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The first thing to remember is that it's not going to be a quick fix and it will take some time and dedication if you want to completely eliminate the problem. Popping a quick pill will temporarily drain your system of excess fluids, but it can be very hard on your kidneys and, if the underlying causes are not addressed, it'll just keep coming back.
Diet is a major factor in water retention. First look at your average sodium intake and try to minimize it as much as possible. Did you know that a single teaspoon of table salt has nearly the maximum daily allowance of sodium in it? Those few little sprinkles on choice dishes throughout the day add up really fast, and they're often being added to foods that are already heavy in sodium. Check the packages of all the processed foods you buy and add up your average sodium intake each day, you may be surprised how fast it surpasses the recommended maximum of about 2,000mg a day and soars past the average 5,000mg per day. Greasy and sugary foods can cause some problems with fluid regulation as well, so just remember to eat a balanced diet with everything in moderation and you may see some dramatic improvements in the amount of fluid your body retains.
Next, nutrition; your body may respond well to a simple change in diet, but it may still be lacking some key nutrients. Be sure to consume the recommended amount of calcium every day and take a high-quality multivitamin to rule out some nutritional deficiencies. To see more dramatic improvement in your fluid levels, you may want to also take some specialized supplements that will aid your circulation and kidney function for more efficient processing of fluids.
Proper exercise is essential. Not only does daily exercise keep your muscles toned and burns extra calories, it also significantly improves circulation and will quickly help regulate fluid distribution. Also, avoid standing or sitting in one place for very long periods of time as this will decrease circulation and allow fluids to pool in the extremities and other bodily regions.
These measures will all help you feel better and improve your overall health, as well as get rid of uncomfortable and potentially dangerous water retention. Extra fluids will weigh down your body and make your heart work harder and may be a sign that toxins are not being flushed out of the system as they should be so it's really important to take some steps to get rid of the retention as quickly as possible.
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