4 Natural Plants To Combat Fluid Retention

To combat fluid retention, according to popular wisdom, one could resort to the consumption of certain home remedies, such as infusions made with plants that have diuretic properties.

Fluid retention can occur due to various factors, from a diet rich in sodium to hormonal alterations, therefore, knowing the causes that could be causing it is important to address them in the most appropriate way.

Also known as “edema” or “dropsy” is, in short, a common discomfort that can indicate a wide variety of situations and even the presence of heart or kidney disease in some cases.

Natural plants to combat fluid retention

As we mentioned before, when fluid retention appears as something specific, the product of something transitory (such as premenstrual syndrome), you could resort to some home remedies made with plants. Among the most popular options, we find the following infusions.

1. Boldo

Boldo is one of the most widely used natural diuretics in South American countries. In these countries it is often said that boldo is a good liver protector and that it helps purify the body.

To eliminate retained fluids, the ideal would be to drink this infusion in moderation. A cup or two a day is enough (although it all depends on what your doctor recommends.

Ingredients

• 1 glass of water (250 ml).
• ½ tablespoon of boldo leaves (3 g).
• Optional: orange peel (5 g).

Preparation

• Bring the water to a boil.
• When it comes to a boil, add the boldo leaves and the orange peel to infuse.
• Allow them to cook for about 15 minutes.
• Then turn off the heat and let the liquid rest for another 10.
• Consume in moderation.

Note : It will not be suitable for you to drink this boldo infusion if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or if you take anticoagulant medications or if you suffer from obstruction of the bile ducts.

2. Horsetail

Scientific research conducted in 2014 determined that horsetail extract can be as effective as some prescription diuretic medications. In addition, it produces fewer side effects.

So, the infusion of horsetail is a good natural diuretic and also a drink that:

• Improves digestion.
• It can support weight loss.
• Helps strengthen hair and nails.
• Contributes to the healing process.
• It acts as a good cell regenerator and antioxidant.

Ingredients

• 1 glass of water (250 ml).

• Lemon juice (10 ml).
• 1 tablespoon of horsetail (5 g).
• Optional: 1 teaspoon of honey (5 g).

Preparation

• We will start as always, heating that glass of water.
• Once you see that it has reached a boil, add the horsetail and let it infuse.
• When 15 minutes have passed, turn off the heat and allow it to sit.
• Then add that little bit of lemon juice and sweeten with honey.
• Drink in moderation.

3. White tea

White tea (also known as “women’s tea”) is a healthy drink that you can consume – in moderation – to eliminate retained fluids. In addition, it is a perfect option to obtain an extra antioxidant.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon of white tea (5 g).
• 1 glass of water (250 ml).

Preparation

• You just have to bring the water to a boil and then add those tender white tea shoots.
• Let it come to a boil and then rest for 10 minutes.
• Drink 1 cup mid-morning or mid-afternoon.

4. Dandelion

As we have indicated at the beginning, it is important to know what causes our fluid retention. Now, nutritionists tell us that, in general, we eat too much salt in our meals, and this has a direct relationship with this problem

Dandelion tea is one of the drinks that can help to easily eliminate retained fluids and, according to popular beliefs, it is also a liver protector.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon of dandelion (5 g).
• 1 glass of water (250 ml).

Preparation

• This infusion is very suitable if you take it after one of your main meals (a cup is enough).
• It will help you improve your digestion and avoid fluid retention.
• To do this, you just have to boil that glass of water and infuse the dandelion.

What else do you have to do to combat fluid retention?

Remember that to combat fluid retention correctly you must improve and support yourself in the practice of good lifestyle habits, not only in the consumption of a natural drink. Follow the recommendations that your doctor gives you and be consistent.

Finally, keep in mind that the drinks that we discuss in this article are not a substitute for the treatment that they have prescribed, but a possible complement.