Water Balance Water Retention Tablets

Water Retention Tablets FAQ's

• What is water retention?
Water retention, also known as fluid retention or edema, happens when the body holds onto excess fluid, causing swelling in the tissues.

• Which part of the body does water retention affect?
Water retention can affect various parts of the body, most commonly the feet, ankles, and legs, where swelling often occurs due to gravity or circulation issues. It can also cause puffiness in the hands, fingers, face, and around the eyes, especially in the morning. In some cases, fluid may build up in the abdomen, leading to bloating, or even in the lungs in more severe conditions. While mild retention is usually temporary, persistent or severe swelling should be evaluated by a healthcare professional, as it may signal an underlying health issue.

• What is edema?
Edema is the medical term for swelling caused by the buildup of excess fluid in the body’s tissues. It can happen anywhere but is most commonly seen in the feet, ankles, legs, and sometimes the hands or face. Edema can result from various factors like injury, inflammation, or underlying health conditions affecting the heart, kidneys, or circulation.

• What are the symptoms of water retention?
The most common symptom of water retention is swelling, but it can vary depending on the cause and severity.
- Swelling: Most noticeable in the feet, ankles, and legs, but it can occur anywhere in the body (e.g., face, hands, abdomen).
- Bloating: The abdomen may feel distended or puffed up, especially around the time of menstruation.
- Puffiness: The face, particularly around the eyes, can look puffy or swollen.
- Weight Gain: Rapid weight fluctuations are common due to the body holding onto water.
- Skin Tightness: The skin over swollen areas may feel tight or stretched.
- Reduced Mobility: In severe cases, fluid buildup can make it harder to move or walk, especially in the feet or legs.
- Stiffness: Joints may feel stiff or heavy due to the increased fluid in surrounding tissues.

• What are the causes of water retention?
- Salt: Eating too much salt can be a problem and is one of the main causes of water retention. The main component of salt is sodium, which the body dilutes with water if too much of it is present. Salt makes you thirsty, and your body will hold on to this water.
- Lack of Water: Not drinking enough water can cause water retention. This may sound strange, but if you are not drinking enough water, the body will hang on to all the water it can, because it assumes a drought is coming. However, drinking too much tea, coffee and colas can upset the fluid balance in the body too.
- Food Intolerances:Overloading the stomach, drinking alcohol, taking medications and antibiotics, consuming too much sugar, not getting enough dietary fibre – all these modern-day habits can affect your digestive ability. Undigested particles can get into your blood system and stimulate your immune cells to produce histamine.
- Lack of exercise: If you’ve been on a long flight, you may know how easy it is to suffer with fluid retention in your legs and feet. The muscle contractions help move the fluid around the body.
- Low Calorie Diets: If you have water retention you are very likely to be overweight, however overweight people tend to follow a low-calorie diet in an attempt to lose weight, but this will unfortunately not get rid of water retention. Following a low calorie diet can make your water retention worse, especially if you eat less than 1,200 Calories a day for months or years. This is because you may not have enough protein in your blood to draw excess water out of your tissues. This type of water retention can cause generalised puffiness but if severe can give you a swollen tummy.
- Lack of Fruit and Vegetables: Certain fruits and vegetables contain special ingredients which help to prevent your blood vessels from leaking fluid into your tissue spaces. To treat or prevent water retention, it is vital to include them in your diet. A deficiency of fruit and vegetable nutrients is one of the commonest causes of water retention.
- Sunburn: A slight sunburn may be bothersome, but a severe sunburn that blisters and peels can lead to water retention. This is due to the toxins the body secretes and the high rate at which they are secreted. When this occurs, your kidneys become overloaded as they attempt to process and excrete these toxins from your body. The result is water being stored in various areas of your body.
- Wastes and Toxins: Cellulite is a form of fat complexed with retained water, which mostly affects women’s thighs and sometimes it holds so much water that it is swollen and painful to the touch. Metabolic wastes and toxins such as pesticides which the body cannot easily release tend to be stored in this fat. It is thought the causes of the water retention in cellulite are either irritation and swelling due to these toxins, or results from the body’s attempt to dilute them.
- Menopause: Fluctuating hormone levels, hormonal imbalances, and a loss of progesterone can attribute to water retention in menopausal women. Unless the weight gain is excessive, it should not be a cause of concern and can be self-managed.
- Hormones and Medicines: High levels of certain hormones can also make your body hold on to water and these include insulin, which is needed to process sugar; cortisone, which is produced when you are under stress; and the female hormones oestrogen (estrogen) and progesterone. The water-retaining effect is caused by the effects which these hormones have on sodium levels in your body, and on the hormones which govern how your kidneys work. Certain prescribed medicines such as the contraceptive pill and some painkillers can affect levels of these hormones.

• How can I manage water retention?
1. Dietary Adjustments:
- Cut Back on Salt: Avoid high-sodium foods like processed snacks, canned soups, and salty meals.
- Stay Hydrated: Drinking plenty of water helps your kidneys function properly and prevents fluid buildup, even if it sounds counterintuitive.
- Eat Potassium-Rich Foods: Bananas, sweet potatoes, spinach, and avocados help balance sodium levels and reduce water retention.
- Limit Refined Carbs: Reduce intake of white bread, pasta, and sugary foods, which can contribute to fluid retention.

2. Exercise and Movement
- Stay Active: Regular exercise boosts circulation and helps prevent fluid from pooling in your legs and feet.
- Elevate Your Legs: Raising your legs periodically encourages fluid drainage if you experience swelling in your lower limbs.
- Wear Compression Socks: These can reduce swelling, especially if you have venous issues or spend long hours standing.

3. Diuretics
- Water Retention Tablets: Sometimes prescribed to help reduce swelling and bloating by promoting fluid loss.

4. Manage Underlying Conditions
- If water retention is due to heart, kidney, or liver issues, proper management through medication, lifestyle changes, or surgery (if needed) is crucial.

5. Natural Remedies
- Dandelion Tea: Known for its gentle diuretic effects that can help eliminate excess water.
- Magnesium Supplements: Supports fluid balance and may reduce retention.
- Herbal Teas: Green tea and ginger tea are mild diuretics that may help ease bloating and fluid buildup.

• What do the water retention tablets do?
Water retention tablets work by stimulating the kidneys to excrete more sodium and water. This process reduces the amount of fluid in the body, which helps decrease bloating or swelling in the legs, ankles, or other parts of the body.

• How many tablets do I take?
Take 2 capsules (1 serving), 1 to 3 times per day before meals or as advised.

• How many tablets in one bottle?
1 bottle contains 90 capsules.

• How long does one bottle last?
1 bottle lasts between 15-45 days depending how many capsules you take each day.

• What are the ingredients of your water retention tablets?
Capsule Shell: Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC), Alfalfa Powder, Juniper Berry Powder, CELERY Powder, Dandelion Leaf Extract, Kelp Powder, Nettle Leaf Powder, Parsley Leaf Powder, Radish Powder, Watercress Powder, Magnesium Oxide, Pyridoxine HCl (Vitamin B6).
Psyllium Whole Husks Powder (Plantago ovata); Glucomannan Powder (Amorphophallus Konjac); Sugar Beet Fibre Powder (Beta Vulgaris); L-Glutamine Powder; Inulin Powder (Fructo-oligosaccharides); Fennel Seed Powder (Foeniculum Vulgare); Peppermint Leaf Powder (Mentha Piperita); Ginger Root Powder (Zingiber officinale); Bacteria Blend: Lactobacillus Acidophilus, Bifidobacterium Bifidum; Sweetener: Stevia Leaf Extract (Steviol glycosides).

• Are they safe?
Generally, water retention tablets are safe when used as directed. However, they may not be suitable for everyone. It's essential to consult a healthcare professional before use, especially if you have underlying health conditions or are on medication.

• Can I use them during menstruation?
Yes, many individuals use water retention tablets during menstruation to alleviate bloating. However, it's advisable to consult with a healthcare provider before combining supplements with hormonal changes.