5 ways to reduce water retention

5 ways to reduce water retention
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5 ways to reduce water retention
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One of the biggest concerns for women is water retention. A common problem, which can lead to a number of consequences. Weight gain, cellulite, etc.

Lucky for you, we've put together a list of tips and remedies that will help you fight water retention. They'll make it easier to get rid of stubborn fat, lose weight and get your water retention under control.

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Move around

The first tip is to move around. Movement, specifically moving your legs, helps decrease water retention. To do this, avoid sitting for extended periods of time, raise your legs whenever you can and try to walk or exercise regularly.

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A low sodium diet

Yes, food and nutrition are central components in avoiding water retention. In fact, salt, apart from not being good for your health, increases water retention.

Drink lots of water

Drinking water not only helps prevent water retention but also helps with many other things. Keeping our bodies hydrated allows us to go to the bathroom more frequently and eliminate toxins.

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Diuretics

It's also a good idea to eat diuretic foods, which help the body get rid of excess water. If you want to try a diuretic tea, 'horsetail' helps.

Make some changes in the kitchen

In addition to having a low-sodium diet and controlling our intake of certain foods, the way we prepare our food is very important. The most effective way to avoid water retention is to cook with dry heat. Dry cooking methods include baking, steaming, broiling, roasting, sautéing, and searing.

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