Water retention is a common ailment that occurs to anyone and in any season. It can be an uncomfortable issue that can be alleviated by changing your diet to a low salt and taking certain foods that reduce water retention.
Here are 5 foods that reduce water retention:
1) Fruits and vegetables
Fruits contain water that can hydrate the body. They are natural diuretic and increase the body’s fluid flushing capabilities. Fruits and vegetables that are high in water contents are water-melon, tomato, lemon, celery and cucumber
2) Potassium rich food
Potassium is an important electrolyte involved in nerve signaling. Deficiency in potassium causes water retention in the body. Dehydration, excessive exercise, diarrhea can cause potassium deficiency.
Food that are rich in potassium are banana, lima beans, plum, almond, melon and watercress.
3) Herbs and spices
Some herbs such as ginger, garlic, celery seeds can help to reduce water retention. Used as flavour in your cooking to get rid of water.
Urva ursi, buchu, horse-chestnut and dandelion are also herbs that help to reduce water retention.
4) Omega-6
Omega-6 help to reduce body swelling associated with Pre-Menstural Syndrome (PMS). Examples of oil with omega-6 are safflower oil and soybean oil. Put them in salad or stir fry your vegetables.
5) Vitamin B
Vitamin B complex encourages the body tissue to release fluid and reduce water retention. You can get vitamin b from brown rice, red meat, fresh fruits, yogurt and cheese.
Incorporate these foods into your everyday diet and you will reduce water retention issues anytime.
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