Omnia SanaHerbal Remedies by Symptom
Swelling / fluid retention - Medicinal Plants & Herbal Remedies
The Omnia Sana plant database documents 29 medicinal plants traditionally used for swelling / fluid retention. Each is rated by strength of evidence and linked to its full monograph and cited scientific sources.
Also known as: oedema, edema, fluid retention, water retention.
Improves venous tone and microcirculation - supports chronic venous insufficiency / varicose veins and reduces leg swelling
Chronic venous insufficiency - reduces leg pain, swelling (oedema), heaviness and itching; supports varicose veins
Diuretic - reduces fluid retention/swelling and supports urinary and kidney function (traditionally used for urinary stones); animal studies attribute the effect to inhibition of the renal Na+/K+ pump, raising urine flow
Diuretic - increases urine output to support the urinary tract and mild fluid retention/swelling; in conscious rats the aqueous extract is diuretic and kaliuretic and modifies glomerular filtration and potassium excretion
Educational information compiled from the Omnia Sana plant database. Not medical advice - always consult a qualified practitioner before using medicinal plants.