Easy Ways to Lose Water Weight

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1. Get moving

Exercising for even a short period of time can help you feel better mentally, physically, and emotionally.

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Get moving

Harris-Pincus argues that sweating helps cleanse the body of excess water and electrolytes like salt.

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2. Eat fewer processed foods

Too much salt in the diet is the most common cause of water retention, therefore cutting back on salt consumption can help.

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3. Pack in potassium

Harris-Pincus explains that potassium and sodium are complementary minerals. Also, potassium aids in maintaining a healthy blood pressure.

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4. Add magnesium

According to Harris-Pincus, additional electrolyte that plays a role in maintaining proper fluid balance in the body is magnesium.

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Add magnesium

Particularly nutritious options include leafy greens, avocados, almonds, and legumes.

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5. Drink more water

Harris-Pincus adds that it goes against common sense to let yourself become dehydrated, let alone intentionally dehydrate yourself.

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Drink more water

She recommends drinking water to lower salt levels because of its diuretic effects.

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6. Limit carbs

While a lower-carb diet will result in some water weight loss, a more healthy approach would be to consume a balanced diet.

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Limit carbs

Harris-Pincus claims that eating carbohydrates does not cause water retention.

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