Part 2: The Science Connecting Swollen Feet to Heart Health

Understanding why fluid accumulates in the lower extremities reveals the real link between your feet and your heart.

When the heart’s pumping efficiency decreases (as seen in heart failure or advanced cardiovascular disease), blood returning to the heart backs up in the veins. This increased venous pressure forces fluid out of blood vessels into surrounding tissues, resulting in peripheral edema—most commonly visible in the feet, ankles, and lower legs.

👇 HEAD TO PART 3 TO LEARN 7 REAL WARNING SIGNS OF CARDIOVASCULAR STRESS!