Diuretics for weight loss are used in situations where you need to quickly get rid of several kilograms. They are most popular among athletes (boxers, weightlifters) who do not have time to sign up their weight category for competitions, and among bodybuilders to reduce the amount of subcutaneous fluid (giving additional relief to the muscles). The diuretic effect of drugs is often used to relieve swelling of the face and limbs.
Diuretics
The action of most medicinal diuretics is based on inhibition of the reabsorption of water and salts in the renal tubules and simultaneously increasing the rate of urine formation. As a result, there is a decrease in the amount of fluid in the tissues and serous areas, accompanied by a rapid decrease in body weight.
The real purpose of diuretics is to fight hypertension, heart, liver and kidney disease. However, today the use of diuretics for weight loss is becoming more and more popular. Lazy men and women who do not want to eat well and lead an active lifestyle can lose up to 2-3 kg in 1 day with the help of pills.
List and classification of drugs that have a diuretic effect:
Group of drugs | Description, contraindications |
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Thiazide diuretics | Moderate potency thiazide and thiazide diuretics are very popular due to their high efficacy and relatively few side effects. Thiazide drugs are contraindicated in subjects with hypersensitivity to sulfonamides, patients with diabetes mellitus, chronic renal failure (creatinine clearance less than 30 ml/min), severe hepatic failure, refractory hypokalemia, hypercalcemia and hyponatremia. These drugs should not be used by women during pregnancy (except the 1st trimester), during breastfeeding and by children under 3 years of age. |
Loop diuretics | Typically, these drugs are taken orally on an empty stomach (in which case their absorption is approximately 65%) or intramuscularly/intravenously (in this application absorption reaches 95%). The mechanism of action of loop diuretics is based on relaxation of vascular smooth muscle and increased renal blood flow. Contraindications for use are anuria, allergies to drugs of the sulfonamide group, hypovolemia |
Osmotic diuretics | Their action is based on an increase in osmotic pressure in the blood plasma, as a result of which water begins to be extracted from edematous tissues. As a result of an increase in blood volume, active urination begins. Osmotic diuretics are contraindicated in heart failure (since the increase in blood volume increases the load on the heart) and in anuria, since normal kidney function is required for the release of these substances |
The use of diuretic medicines for weight loss is not recommended. The rapid aesthetic effect is not justified by the health damage that diuretics can cause. In addition, it should be borne in mind that weight loss when taking these drugs occurs due to a decrease in the volume of fluid in the body. The fat stays in place!
Food
You can lose weight at home without harm to your health by taking advantage of the diuretic effect of some foods. They have no side effects or contraindications and can be used without a prescription.
Diuretic products used for weight loss:
- Fruit: melon, watermelon, gooseberry.
- Vegetables: beets, parsley, peas, onions, garlic.
- Spices: chilli, dill, cinnamon.
- Drinks: green and red tea, coffee.
For those losing weight, as well as for swelling of the face and legs, it is recommended to reduce the amount of fast carbohydrates (sweets, flour) in the diet as much as possible. This food retains water in the body and increases body weight. Large amounts of sodium chloride added to food also cause bloating. The daily dose of salt should be reduced to 2. 5 g.
To lose weight it is effective to use the diuretic properties of ginger. It can be brewed as a tea or added to dishes. But the most effective is the infusion from the root of the plant:
- To prepare it, you need to finely chop 200 g of product, put the pulp in a one-liter glass jar and pour 500 ml of boiling water.
- After cooling and filtering, the drug is ready for use.
- Take 100 ml three times a day before meals.
Healing herbs
The most effective natural remedies that have a diuretic effect are tinctures and decoctions of medicinal plants. Since herbs contain a large amount of active ingredients that exhibit diuretic properties, they are used to lose weight, eliminate swelling of the face and legs (even during pregnancy), reduce blood pressure and improve general well-being.
For the preparation of diuretic compositions are used:
Plant names | Recipes |
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Bearberry (leaves) | The decoction can be prepared in a kettle or in an enamel pan:
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Horsetail (herb) | The plant can be used to prepare a diuretic tincture and a diuretic decoction:
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Cranberry | A decoction prepared from the leaves of the plant has a strong diuretic effect. The best way to brew beer is in a porcelain teapot:
For ease of use, you can buy cranberry leaves in a pharmacy chain, packaged in filter bags for brewing. |
dill seeds) | Due to the fact that the seeds are covered with a hard peel, it is recommended to prepare a diuretic decoction in a thermos:
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Licorice root) | The best diuretic effect can be obtained from a tincture of the plant:
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Diuretic commissions
A more powerful diuretic effect can be achieved by preparing medicinal potions from several plants at once. For this purpose, diuretic recipes have been developed to lose weight and relieve bloating.
The most popular compositions are presented as follows:
Composed | Recipe |
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St. John's wort, dandelion roots, celandine |
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Immortelle, mint, horsetail |
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Rosehip, blueberries, cranberries, peppermint |
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When using folk remedies to lose weight and relieve swelling, it is recommended to adhere to the following rules:
- Alcoholic tinctures should be prepared only in glass containers.
- Decoctions should be prepared in a teapot, enamel or glass container.
- To prepare medicinal potions, it is recommended to use only last year's fresh or dried herbs.
- The finished broth can be stored in the refrigerator for no more than 2 days. It is recommended to cook daily.
- Infusions and decoctions should be taken warm or hot. In this case the diuretic effect will be stronger.
Essential oils, glycosides, tannins, organic acids and other compounds contained in plants can cause allergic reactions, so it is recommended to consult a doctor before using diuretic decoctions and tinctures.