Diuretic Foods - A List Of Some Natural Diuretics

What is a diuretic? Here are some diuretic foods! Check them out below!

DIURETIC FOODS – Diuretics are also known as water pills and here are some foods that are naturally diuretic. Find out below!

Water pills or diuretics are medicines that help the body rid of salt (sodium) and water. This helps the kidney release more sodium into the urine. This makes a common treatment to reduce the blood pressure level.

There are three types of diuretics: Thiazide, Loop, and Potassium-sparing. The side effects include frequent urination and sodium loss. Other possible effects are dizziness headaches, dehydration, muscle cramps, joint disorders, and impotence.

Who needs diuretics? People who have high blood pressure and have too much fluid in their bodies need this. Fortunately, there are diuretics in the form of food called natural diuretics.

Diuretic Foods — **Photo from Healthline**

Here are some:

A research found that dandelion tea has compounds that increases kidney activity.
Hawthorn, according to a research has nutrients that increase urinary excretion and flow.
Horsetail in a 2014 study that its extract has the same effects as the prescripted medications but with a fewer side effects.
Green and black teas have potential as diuretics.
Parsley is not just used to garnish dishes but also has diuretic properties as per 2002 study.
Fruits and vegetables that act as this are:
- watermelon
- grapes
- berries
- celery
- asparagus
- onions
- garlic
- bell peppers

Exercise and weight loss are also natural diuretics. But just like other things, one should not overdo anything as excreting too much fluid can lead to an imbalance in your electrolyte levels and this imbalance can possibly lead to further health problems.

According to a post from Cleveland Clinic, this medication can help with: