I've seen the same planet colored differently in different photos. Here are the true colors of major planets to the best of my knowledge (spacecraft photos appearing in the media often have false coloration): Mercury: grey; Mercury has practically no atmosphere, so we just see the rocky surface.
Sitting for hours can cause poor circulation which is a major cause of the heavy legs syndrome and if there no underlying medical condition and the feeling worsens when walking upstairs, then curiously enough, you might like to look at your diet for clues.
Leg swelling caused by the retention of fluid in leg tissues is known as peripheral edema. It can be caused by a problem with the circulatory system, the lymphatic system or the kidneys. You may also experience swelling due to fluid buildup after sitting or standing for a long time. Factors related to fluid buildup include: 1  Acute kidney failure. 2  Cardiomyopathy (disease of heart tissue).