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Ingredients with a diuretic effect can be useful in eliminating fluid retention.
19/3/2023
Fluid retention is often a concern for many people, however, they are not always sure what this condition means. To begin with, it is worth bearing in mind that all parts of the body need water to function. In that order of ideas, a healthy body is capable of balancing the amount of fluid that enters or leaves the body.
However, according to the Medline Plus medical encyclopedia, a fluid imbalance can occur when the subject loses more water or fluid than they consume. The opposite can also happen, that is, when more water is consumed than the body is capable of eliminating.
Regarding the causes, Medline Plus details that some diseases can lead to fluid imbalance:
- following surgerythe body often retains large amounts of fluid for several days, causing swelling of the body.
- in heart failurefluid builds up in the lungs, liver, blood vessels, and body tissues because the heart does a poor job of pumping to the kidneys.
- When the kidneys do not work well Due to long-term (chronic) kidney disease, the body is unable to get rid of unnecessary fluids.
- The body can lose too much fluid due to diarrhea, vomiting, severe bleeding, or high fever.
- Lack of a hormone called antidiuretic hormone (ADH) can cause the kidneys to remove too much fluid. This causes extreme thirst and dehydration.
The plant to counteract swelling
As usual, alternative medicine offers some natural options to combat, in this case, fluid retention. However, it is pertinent to mention that home remedies do not have scientific support, so their effectiveness is not guaranteed 100%.
That being said, before resorting to any treatment of this nature, It is best to consult with a trusted doctor.
The Salud 180 portal maintains that dandelion tea “has a diuretic action that helps detoxify the body and stop retaining fluids.” In this sense, he shares a recipe to reduce inflammation in the feet, ankles, legs and hands.
- A handful of dandelion flowers.
- A cup of water.
- Bring the water with the dandelion flowers to a boil.
- Once it reaches its boiling point, remove from the heat and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Strain and drink three times a day.
The diuretic action of dandelion might help eliminate retained fluids and, in turn, reduce swelling.
Dandelion properties
The Mejor con Salud portal details that dandelion stands out for its high content of vitamin A, vitamin B and vitamin C, folic acid, potassium, tannins and other nutritional elements that benefit health.
Additionally, this plant contains active ingredients with anti-inflammatory effects that improve joint and cardiovascular health. Regarding its diuretic effect, the cited source specifies that “it helps to combat fluid retention in tissues and, in turn, inflammation. It is especially recommended for obese patients and with common ailments such as rheumatoid arthritis, gout and kidney stones.
Dandelion also stimulates urine production. and prevents difficulties such as cystitis, urethritis and infections. This effect facilitates the renal function of the organism.
Since not all organisms react in the same way, it is advisable to consult a health professional before going to dandelion to counteract fluid retention.
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