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Many people facing issues associated with fluid accumulation and tissue stagnation, such as water retention, swelling, and cellulite, undertake slimming and detox diets, often very restrictive and consisting of only juices and beverages that are supposed to drain fluids but that do not really address the problem, as fluid accumulation in the body is pathological and is due to a range of factors that go beyond nutrition: from sedentary lifestyle, to stress, lack of physical exercise, poor liver function, kidneys, and other detoxifying organs, blood and lymphatic circulation, dehydration, edematous stagnations are related to swelling and weight gain, but cannot be solved with restrictive diets aimed at losing weight and shedding pounds, as it is not guaranteed that weight loss will solve the dysfunctions causing stagnation and the difficulties encountered by the body in eliminating excess toxins.
Taking care of nutrition to counteract water retention and cellulite is indeed fundamental, but it must be done wisely, in order to solve the underlying dysfunction of the lymphatic system that could lead to more serious issues in the long run, and to detoxify the body, allowing it to resume its natural detoxifying function. A draining diet is therefore a diet that helps eliminate excess fluids and toxins from body tissues, which helps to eliminate fats or prevent them from accumulating in tissues, causing cell inflammation that leads to cellulite, and above all, it stimulates and protects the detoxifying organs. Draining fluids and the proper functioning of the organs responsible for expelling toxins are essential to avoid the onset of imperfections and issues such as water retention and cellulite, as a clogged liver, for example, prevents the expulsion of toxins and waste from the body.
It is therefore important with a draining diet to ensure that foods that promote drainage, diuresis, and improve microcirculation functionality are included and preferred, giving tone to the muscles responsible for lymphatic circulation, and are beneficial for the liver, kidneys, and skin health.
As we have said, a diet against water retention and cellulite should not be a weight loss diet, but rather a dietary plan that takes into account one's incorrect habits and aims to correct them, focusing on stimulating the lymphatic system, liver and kidney activity, diuresis, in order to promote the elimination of excess fluids that stagnate in tissues due to various causes, as well as waste and toxins from the body. Fluid stagnation indeed hinders weight loss, as it does not allow the body to get rid of waste that should be eliminated, affecting metabolism, as the body receives nutrients but cannot get rid of waste due to poor drainage.
A draining diet does not necessarily have to be too strict, but follow general rules, with the caution of avoiding some harmful foods for this type of issues and integrating others that are draining, anti-inflammatory and diuretic. The draining diet must be balanced in terms of proteins and fats, and does not require the elimination of a class of foods altogether. All nutrients must be consumed, and it is important to eat three meals a day, including snacks.
An anti-cellulite diet does not require skipping meals, but understanding the mistakes that are usually made and trying to change habits to improve the functionality of the lymphatic system. All nutrients should be included in meals: it is good to start the meal by eating raw vegetables, and continue with a complete dish, including proteins, carbohydrates, and vegetables, both for lunch and dinner.
The draining and deflating diet serves to detoxify the body when it is no longer able to eliminate excess fluids, toxins, and waste, which accumulate in stagnation causing various problems. Let's see what problems the draining diet can counteract:
Water retention is an accumulation of water and toxins, caused by poor blood and lymphatic circulation, and is often worsened by the diet, as water retention is worse in areas where fat generally accumulates, such as the abdomen, thighs, and buttocks, and is linked to weight gain, as this also increases retention, which in turn causes inflammation and promotes fat accumulation, in a vicious circle that makes it difficult to eliminate excess fluids.
Abdominal and leg and ankle swelling is a problem that affects many people, especially women. It is usually caused by water retention, therefore by poor drainage, microcirculation problems, vasodilation, difficulty in eliminating waste and waste substances, which can cause intestinal disorders and overweight.
Cellulite is an inflammation of the adipose tissue cells caused by water retention, overweight, stress, sedentary lifestyle, poor diet, factors that combined influence the health of adipose tissue and the functioning of microcirculation and lymphatic circulation, which leads to the rupture of adipose cells, whose content expands between cells and attracts water that compresses circulation and causes inflammation.
Although the draining diet should not be too restrictive, it is important to avoid consuming certain classes of harmful foods for the correct functioning of the lymphatic system, which inflame cells and clog purifying organs, damaging the vital functions of the body and causing stagnation, imperfections, and microcirculation problems.
One of the most discussed foods in this sense is salt, an ingredient that is often used excessively and increases water retention. However, it is important not to completely eradicate salt from one's diet, as must be done for all classes of ingredients. Sodium is indeed a very important element for the body, but it is found in many foods, so reducing its consumption is essential to promote drainage. Alternatively, it can be replaced with spices, such as dried savory, a savory herb rich in phosphorus, potassium, calcium, and vitamin A.
It is also important to avoid processed foods and those too rich in sugars, reduce the consumption of coffee, rich in toxins that promote vasoconstriction and cellulite, as well as smoking, dairy products, and cold cuts and processed meats, as well as canned foods, often rich in salt.
It is also essential to eliminate alcohol, carbonated and energy drinks, which not only provide a high calorie intake but are often rich in caffeine, which stimulates the elimination of potassium, an important element for drainage.
In a draining diet, draining foods such as fruits and vegetables should not be missing, as they promote diuresis, remineralization, liver detoxification, and drainage thanks to their mineral, vitamin, and antioxidant content. In particular, among the fruits and vegetables with the greatest draining power, we find fennel, celery, pineapple, cherries, melon, and cucumbers.
These foods are very draining and should be included in all meals, although they can be difficult to digest, so it is preferable to consume them at the beginning of the meal, before carbohydrates and proteins, which are very important for a complete diet.
It is also important to integrate anti-inflammatory foods such as turmeric, pineapple, and ginger, as cellulite is caused by inflammation of the cells of adipose tissue.
Another very important element is potassium, a nutrient with a strong action on water retention. Potassium is very present in intracellular fluid and controls the exchange of fluids between the inside and outside of the cell. Potassium counteracts the action of sodium, which instead causes water retention, helping to eliminate excess fluids. This mechanism is called the sodium-potassium pump, and several studies suggest that a malfunction of this exchange is the cause of cellulite, as an inadequate intake of potassium does not allow for effective drainage of fluid stagnation caused by excess sodium and therefore getting rid of waste and toxins.
Finally, it is important to include in your diet draining herbs, which are medicinal plants that increase drainage and support liver and kidney detoxification, such as dandelion, birch, artichoke, horsetail, and nettle, as well as some medicinal mushrooms.
We propose an example of a menu for the draining diet, with balanced meals rich in draining foods that, together with physical exercise and drinking plenty of water, will help deflate, reduce water retention and cellulite, and detoxify the body.
The draining diet is actually a healthy and balanced diet that everyone could follow indefinitely. It is a way to support the body in detoxification and prevent these problems from recurring. Not only that: the draining diet is invigorating for the body, provides energy, allows for its proper functioning, promotes concentration, and effectively fights long-term excess fluid retention, overweight, and related imperfections.
The draining diet, as we have seen, should not be a restrictive diet, but can still be delicious and nutritious, leaving room for sweets and snacks, such as ice cream. Here is a recipe for draining ice cream with mate, to be prepared at home and enjoyed as a snack.
