What causes the human body to retain excessive water, mostly noticable at the wrist and ankle areas? Thank-you

Answer 1

One of the things that can cause this is too much sodium or salt in one's diet. There are other reasons for the body retaining water, but this one specifically sounds like high sodium. That can also lead to congestive heart failure, which is not fun at all! Go see the doctor and find the cause of the retention. It can be quite serious!

Answer 2

Kidneys retaining water if you are sitting for long period of time

Answer 3

Pregnancy. Also too much salt intake, for example those who put Lawrys on Mac and Cheese.