We often think of health warning signs as appearing near the heart, stomach, or face. However, your feet—yes, your feet!—can be the first to reveal a much deeper imbalance, particularly one related to your liver health.
So, if you regularly experience unexplained swelling, tingling, or itching in your feet, it might be time to pay closer attention…
The liver, a discreet but essential organ.
The liver is a true silent hero: it filters toxins, aids digestion, regulates blood sugar, and strengthens the immune system. But when it’s tired, the signs aren’t always obvious. Some conditions, like fatty liver disease, can progress silently for years. And when symptoms do appear, they can lurk where you least expect them: in the limbs.
Signs of a diseased liver visible in the feet
Swollen feet? A sign of circulatory imbalance.
One of the common symptoms of liver dysfunction is edema, which is a buildup of fluid in the lower body, especially in the feet and ankles. This can be accompanied by a feeling of heaviness or even pain at the end of the day.
Why? Because a weakened liver can disrupt blood circulation and cause portal hypertension, an abnormally high pressure in the veins that supply blood to the liver. As a result, the feet become silent witnesses to a larger imbalance.
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