proteins, it doesn’t come off — it stays there until the red blood cell dies (about 3 months). This damages your circulation, impairs nutrient delivery, and creates blockages in blood flow.
That poor circulation causes fluid to pool in your lower body — especially your ankles and feet. It also makes your blood vessels leaky, allowing fluid to escape into nearby tissues.
More Sugar = More Swelling
The more refined carbs you eat, the more sugar is floating around in your blood, and the more glycation happens. Over time:
The blood can’t deliver