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.
Some of the following factors may cause edema: 1  Sitting or standing for long periods. 2  Certain medications. 3  Hormonal changes during menstruation and pregnancy.  Infection or injury to a blood vessel, blood clots, or varicose 1  veins. Blocked lymph channels (lymphedema)  Allergies to food or insect 1  bites. Kidney, heart, liver, or thyroid disease.