Drying, arguably the oldest food preservation method, is a great way of preserving herbs, fruits, vegetables and meats. Since the beginning of time people have let sun and nature take care of drawing moisture out of foods. This practice is used throughout the world.
What causes swelling in pregnancy? 1  Moves up your calf and leaves an indentation when pressed, or is sudden or severe in your face, hands or feet. 2  Occurs only in one leg, particularly if your calf is red, tender and lumpy.
Occasionally, the face and hands also swell. Some fluid accumulation during pregnancy is normal, particularly during the 3rd trimester. It is called physiologic edema. Fluid accumulates during pregnancy because the adrenal glands produce more of the hormones that make the body retain fluids (aldosterone and cortisol).