Patient's question:
Seven months old child with swollen face and eyes, poor appetite, and lack of energy for five days, the cause is unknown. Previous treatment and effectiveness: No treatment yet. What kind of assistance is needed: What should be done...Doctor's answer:
Excessive drinking water before bed, in addition to the many medications consumed before sleep, may also be a cause. The main reason for body swelling is the accumulation of too much water in the body that cannot be expelled. Morning eye swelling is commonly caused by excessive water intake before bed or a high salt content in the diet. Additionally, during menstruation, if the menstrual Qi is not smooth, eye swelling may be accompanied by dark circles under the eyes. Of course, lack of sleep and disrupted blood circulation can also lead to fluid retention in the eyes.Dietary methods to reduce swelling
Normally, the water derived from food and beverages is metabolized and circulated through the bloodstream and lymphatic system before being excreted through sweat glands and the urinary tract. People prone to swelling may have issues with these two systems. Consuming excessive salt can cause water retention in the body, leading to swelling. Therefore, to maintain fluid balance, it is necessary to expel excess water from the body. Consuming foods that enhance fluid circulation can help reduce swelling.
In addition to increasing the intake of foods that make the body more susceptible to cold, cold beverages, or foods that strain the digestive system, as these can easily cause digestive fatigue and water retention in the body. Furthermore, to address swelling, it is important to balance the intake of mild or diuretic foods, and to allow the stomach to rest, avoid excessive fluid intake at night.
Regularly consuming calcium-rich foods can also help expel excess water in the body caused by salt. Calcium-rich foods include apples, corn, lentils, and firm tofu. Additionally, the following foods, which enhance fluid circulation and diuretic effects, can be consumed more frequently.
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