Salting is a sub category of the drying method. The main difference here is that salt is added to products, mainly meat and fish, to draw out moisture. This lowers the bacteria content and makes food adaptable for later use. Adding salt to animal protein turns it a bit leathery.
Diseases and conditions that may cause edema include: 1  Congestive heart failure. 2  When one or both of your heart's lower chambers lose their ability to pump blood effectively â as happens in congestive heart failure â the blood can back up in your legs, ankles and feet, causing edema.
What causes Swollen Ankles and feet? Swollen Ankles causes may include : Heart Disease. In many patients with swollen ankles heart disease is found to be a cause. Swelling in the ankles can be an indicator of heart ailments. Liver Disease. In a few cases of Swollen Ankles liver disease may be the underlying cause. Ankle swelling can be a symptom of liver ailments. Drugs