When the temperature rises, we feel heavier and bloated and we always wonder the same: “why?”. The truth is that the human body is made up of more than 50% water and in times of heat this accumulates in the outer layer of the skin, causing a bloated feeling. Also called edema, this swelling intensifies with heat, that is, in the summer and occurs mainly in women. Although fluid retention It causes a feeling of heaviness and constant discomfort, and on many occasions is part of developing healthier habits. And since it’s often a temporary thing, here are the steps to follow to eliminate summer moisture retention:
Change your eating habits
Food is the fundamental principle that guarantees the proper functioning of the body. With everything we eat, our body absorbs its properties, distributes them and accumulates them and, depending on the composition of these foods, they can have certain or other effects. In order to help our body with its drainage function, it is essential to adopt healthier eating habits.
To do this, the first pillar is to increase water consumption and it is advisable to drink at least two liters of water daily. In addition, we avoid the consumption of sodium in our meals, as well as preserved foods. The reason is that, given salt’s preservative properties, many of the canned foods we consume contain high levels of it. But not all are limitations, as a great support to eliminate fluid retention comes from introducing foods with diuretic properties and those rich in potassium into our diet.
More practice
One of the greatest allies of fluid retention is a sedentary lifestyle. Giving ourselves a comfortable life, although tasty, is quite harmful, not only for water retention, but also for our health. Therefore, learning habits such as climbing stairs or walking to places significantly improves health.
With exercise, we increase our heart rate and thus promote circulation, venous rhythm and help eliminate fluid build-up, especially in the leg area. To do this, experts recommend performing at least an hour of cardiovascular exercise and between 20 and 30 minutes of aerobic exercise three days a week.
Draining and lymphatic massages
It is not the most common solution and yet it is one of the most effective: performing draining massages. It is a technique that helps the body naturally absorb the toxins and fluids it accumulates. There are many types of draining massages, but one of the most common is wood therapy.
Using wooden instruments, it massages the areas to be treated, activating the microcirculation. It is one of the natural ways to help the body fight against fluid retention. “Wood therapy is perfect for people with circulatory problems, fluid retention, muscle disorders, tired legs, accumulated fat… It is a beneficial treatment for sculpting the body, losing weight, for other ailments and even to relieve stress” , explains Myriam Yébenes, director of the aesthetic centers of Maribel Yébenes.
With visible results from the first session, it manages to tone and firm the skin over 40-minute sessions.
Extra help with dietary supplements
Dietary supplements have become popular in recent years thanks to the achievement of internal aesthetic care, achieving visible results at a higher level and for a longer time. The formulations have been extended to all areas of care, including the elimination of fluid retention. In these cases, as Julia Chacón, director and founder of the Spanish nutricosmetic brand Luxmetique, explains, the supplements contain powerful lymphatic active ingredients to give the body the extra push it needs to drain the body.
This is the case with the Drenox formula, made from Lymphaselect® to achieve an intensive draining action that promotes the drainage of fluids and aids in volume loss. On the other hand, the ingredient KM66® Aswagandha helps to control stress and anxiety, two factors that are emphasized during a diet. “In itself a detox cure formalized with natural ingredients such as artichoke, orthosiphon and dandelion and specific amino acids that help control fat absorption and avoid the dreaded yo-yo effect,” says Chacón.
For optimal results, Julia Chacón recommends taking one vial per day in the morning, for at least 3 consecutive months, with remarkable results throughout the month.
Source: Marie Claire
