Fight Water Retention at The BariatricPal Store

Water retention can be a serious problem for almost everyone. For someone trying to lose weight, it can drive you mad. Sometimes water retention is predictable, and other times a bout seems to come out of nowhere.

While water retention does not interfere with fat loss, it does discourage your good habits and hard work towards losing weight. The bloating is uncomfortable, and it nudges the scale up. That’s why it helps to fight the extra water whenever you can. Here are some common remedies for water retention that may help you feel a little lighter.

Cut Back on Sodium

Sodium is a common culprit when it comes to water retention, so avoid salty foods for a couple days to see if you notice a difference. Condiments, pickles, processed deli meats, and processed foods tend to be the worst offenders.

At the same time that you are cutting back on sodium, think of ways to increase your potassium intake. This mineral counters the effects of sodium, and you can get more by having tons of fruit, vegetables, beans, and fish.

Watch Your Protein

Protein is an important weight loss nutrient because it suppresses hunger, but it also helps with water retention since a protein deficiency can lead to bloating and associated swelling. Most weight loss surgery patients aim for at least 65 grams a day. Protein Entrees and Protein Snacks can help you boost your intake easily.

Get Moving

It makes sense, and it turns out to be true: moving around can help you get that extra water moving out of you. A walk, some time on the exercise bike, or some light housework can do the trick. Don’t forget to replenish your muscles with some protein right after a harder workout. A Protein Bar or Ready-to-Shake Protein Bottle can be a convenient helper.

Try a Natural Remedy

Natural compounds can provide the relief you need through their diuretic effect. BariatricPal Nature’s Water Relief has five ingredients that fight water retention: Cranberry Extract – Cranberry, Buchu Leaf Extract, Cornsilk, Uva Ursi (Artostaphylos) and Orthosiphon Leaf (Java Tea). It also has ingredients to fight low potassium levels in your blood. Each bottle has 90 capsules, and you can take 1 to 3 capsules a day, assuming your doctor approves!

The symptoms of water retention are uncomfortable and discouraging, but take heart. You can often fight them naturally and see results quickly.