2. Monitor Salt Intake
Eating more than the daily maximum of 2,300mg sodium promotes fluid retention that strains blood vessels. Too much sodium leads to water being pulled out of circulatory channels and deposited between cells as edema.
This swelling pressure impairs the delivery of nutrients and removal of wastes throughout microvasculature in lower limbs. Carefully read nutrition labels to become more aware of hidden sodium in processed foods and condiments in order to favor healthier well-circulated legs and feet long-term.
