Combat Fluid Retention With These 5 Delicious Diuretic Shakes

The following shakes are made with ingredients with a high water content, therefore, they have a diuretic effect that contributes to relief in case of retention of liquids.

Here we want to share 5 interesting recipes for diuretic shakes to eliminate fluid retention. Feel free to prepare them when you have this problem because they will not only provide relief, but they will be delicious.

Fluid retention or dropsy is an inflammatory disorder that develops when the body does not eliminate fluids that accumulate in its tissues.

Although it is not classified as a disease, it is a symptom of some pathologies that compromise kidney, cardiovascular and joint health. It is characterized by a noticeable swelling in the extremities, almost always accompanied by an uncomfortable feeling of heaviness and tingling.

It is very common among sedentary people, but it also appears due to continuous hormonal changes, excessive salt consumption and being overweight. Although professional intervention is sometimes required for treatment, most cases can be resolved naturally.

One of the ways to combat it is through the consumption of some diuretic shakes that, due to their combination of ingredients, promote anti-inflammation and the relief of this discomfort.

1. Melon and apple smoothie

Both melon and apple have diuretic components that promote tissue inflammation and fluid balance. These, combined with the nutrients of chia and kiwis, provide the body with support for the control of dropsy.

Ingredients

• 2 kiwis.
• 1 apple.
• 2 slices of melon.
• ½ glass of water (100 ml).
• 1 tablespoon of chia seeds (10 g).

Preparation

• Add all the ingredients to the blender glass, except the chia seeds, and blend until you get a smooth drink.

• Then serve it fresh and add the tablespoon of chia.
• Serve and drink in moderation.

2. Pineapple and green tea smoothie

Pineapple is a fruit with a high water content that stands out for having a diuretic effect. On the other hand, green tea is a very popular drink for its diuretic properties. So together, they constitute a very suitable drink to combat fluid retention.

Ingredients

• 5 strawberries
• 2 slices of pineapple.
• 1 tablespoon of flax seeds (10 g).
• ½ glass of green tea (100 ml).

Preparation

• First put all the ingredients in the blender.
• Then beat them until you get a smooth drink.

3. Cucumber and parsley smoothie

Cucumber is made up of 90% water. Therefore, it is one of the best diuretics to deal with fluid retention. In this recipe you will combine it with parsley to achieve a very refreshing smoothie.

Ingredients

• ½ cucumber.
• 5 sprigs of parsley.
• 1 glass of water (200 ml).

Preparation

• First, chop the cucumber and mix it in the blender with the parsley sprigs and the glass of water.
• Then make sure you get a smooth, lump-free drink and consume it.

4. Pineapple and grapefruit smoothie

Pineapple and grapefruit are low-calorie fruits that, due to their high water content, help reduce fluid retention and, to a certain extent, excess weight.

Ingredients

• 3 slices of pineapple.
• The juice of 2 grapefruits.
• ½ glass of water (100 ml).
• 1 tablespoon of chia seeds (10 g).

Preparation

• Chop the pineapple slices and mix it in the blender with the chia seeds and the juice of two grapefruits.
• Add the half glass of water and, after obtaining a smoothie without lumps, drink it.

5. Papaya and pineapple smoothie

The natural papaya and pineapple smoothie is a natural remedy for dropsy. In addition, it  is a great support for the intestine and digestive processes. Both ingredients contain natural enzymes that, after being absorbed, fight inflammation and digestion difficulties. Therefore, its intake feeds the intestinal microbiota and reduces the risk of inflammatory diseases.

Ingredients

• 3 slices of papaya.
• 2 slices of pineapple.
• 1 glass of water (200 ml).
• 1 tablespoon of flax seeds (10 g).

Preparation

• Remove the seeds from the papaya slices, cut them into several pieces and blend them in the blender with the pineapple, the flax seeds and the glass of water.
• Then process everything for a couple of minutes and consume it without straining.

Enjoy these diuretic shakes!

Remember that, in addition to drinking these diuretic shakes, you should also try to maintain good lifestyle habits. Otherwise, you will not get the desired benefits.

“Some simple general measures, like sitting with your legs elevated or limiting the amount of salt in your diet, sometimes help relieve bloating,” say Drs. Thompson and Shea.

Last but not least: try not to add sugar to these preparations, since this is a substance that also promotes fluid retention and harms you. Ideally, you should enjoy the taste of fruits and other natural ingredients.