{"id":57386,"date":"2023-11-29T15:49:46","date_gmt":"2023-11-29T15:49:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=57386"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"how-to-lose-water-weight","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-water-weight\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Lose Water Weight: A Comprehensive Roadmap"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-water-weight\/#What_is_Water_Weight\" >What is Water Weight?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-water-weight\/#Why_Am_I_Retaining_Water_Weight\" >Why Am I Retaining Water Weight?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-water-weight\/#Inadequate_Hydration\" >Inadequate Hydration<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-water-weight\/#Refined_Carb_Laden_Foods\" >Refined Carb Laden Foods<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-water-weight\/#High_Sodium_Intake\" >High Sodium Intake<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-water-weight\/#Hormonal_Imbalances\" >Hormonal Imbalances<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-water-weight\/#Medical_Conditions\" >Medical Conditions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-water-weight\/#Electrolytes_Imbalance\" >Electrolytes Imbalance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-water-weight\/#Inactive_Lifestyle\" >Inactive Lifestyle<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-water-weight\/#How_to_Lose_Water_Weight\" >How to Lose Water Weight?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-water-weight\/#Hydrate\" >Hydrate<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-water-weight\/#Reduce_Sodium_Intake\" >Reduce Sodium Intake<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-water-weight\/#Increase_Potassium_and_Magnesium\" >Increase Potassium and Magnesium<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-water-weight\/#Cut_Back_on_Refined_Carbs\" >Cut Back on Refined Carbs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-water-weight\/#Move_around_More\" >Move around More<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-water-weight\/#Add_Natural_Diuretics_to_Your_Diet\" >Add Natural Diuretics to Your Diet<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-water-weight\/#Improve_Sleeping_pattern\" >Improve Sleeping pattern<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-water-weight\/#How_Long_Can_It_Take_to_Lose_Water_Weight\" >How Long Can It Take to Lose Water Weight?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-water-weight\/#How_to_Lose_Water_Weight_in_3_Days\" >How to Lose Water Weight in 3 Days?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-water-weight\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-water-weight\/#How_much_weight_will_I_lose_on_a_3-day_water_fast\" >How much weight will I lose on a 3-day water fast?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-water-weight\/#What_does_water_weight_look_like\" >What does water weight look like?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-water-weight\/#Is_the_first_10_lbs_water_weight\" >Is the first 10 lbs water weight?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-water-weight\/#What_foods_get_rid_of_water_weight\" >What foods get rid of water weight?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-water-weight\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you tired of feeling puffy and bloated like you\u2019re carrying extra water weight? Water weight is like that. You put it on out of nowhere, and it will make you feel heavier than you actually are.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;&lt;a href=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_to_lose_water_weight&quot;&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;video autoplay=&quot;autoplay&quot; loop=&quot;loop&quot; muted=&quot;muted&quot; playsinline=&quot;playsinline&quot; width=&quot;777&quot;&gt;&lt;source src=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4&quot;&quot; type=&quot;video\/mp4&quot; \/&gt;&lt;\/video&gt;&lt;\/a&gt;&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:256,&quot;11&quot;:3}\" data-sheets-formula=\"=replace(R[-12]C[0],SEARCH(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;,R[-12]C[0]),LEN(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;),R8C[0])\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_to_lose_water_weight\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Waking up and checking your weight only to find that, surprisingly, you packed a few pounds overnight could be upsetting. But don\u2019t worry, it is likely just water weight and not a dreaded fat mass!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Water weight is simply the accumulation of excess water in the body for various reasons. A human adult body consists of around 60% water<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/320603#:~:text=Water%20normally%20makes%20up%2050,as%20edema%20or%20water%20retention.\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(16).<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> When the water exceeds the normal limit of the body, the excess is usually the water weight. You may notice this in the form of bloating or puffiness in your face, ankles, or feet.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Read along to discover its definition, causes, and, most importantly, how to lose water weight.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Water_Weight\"><\/span><b>What is Water Weight?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Any water retained in the body beyond the natural amount is termed water retention and usually shows up as edema or swelling in some parts of the body. This is known as water weight<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/6-ways-to-reduce-water-retention#other-remedies\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(1).<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Simply put, it includes the excess water the tissues hold up, causing bloating or puffiness and, ultimately, extra weight. Water is quite a heavy compound and considerable weight. So you will feel a bit heavy, and the scale will show a higher number, too.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most people can get water retention overnight due to having a high-sodium meal. Water retention in legs is the most noticeable, and you can see swollen feet, calves, and ankles. Swollen eyes and face are also common signs of water weight. The water weight discussed here differs from the medical condition of chronic water retention that happens due to kidney-related and other chronic diseases.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>BetterMe is your fast-track ticket to a long-lasting weight loss! <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_to_lose_water_weight\">Tailor your fitness journey and maximize your results <\/a> with just a couple of swipes!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Am_I_Retaining_Water_Weight\"><\/span><b>Why Am I Retaining Water Weight?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Factors contributing to weight gain, when the primary cause is water stored in tissues, is from a trigger to the water-holding response in the body. Some of the most common causes are as follows:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Inadequate_Hydration\"><\/span><b>Inadequate Hydration<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It seems quite like an oxymoron that water retention can be due to less water intake, but it is true that if the body is dehydrated, it will store more water. To avoid extreme conditions, it retains all the moisture it gets. Very little water and urine will be eliminated from the body in respiration or sweating<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/features\/whats-water-weight\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(17).<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Refined_Carb_Laden_Foods\"><\/span><b>Refined Carb Laden Foods<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carbs need water compounds to bind together for storage in the body, so consuming a higher amount of carbs could ultimately make you store more water. According to research, each gram of glycogen is stored in the body with more than 3 grams of water, so the more glycogen is stored, the more water can be retained<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/25911631\/#:~:text=Conclusions%3A%20Our%20findings%20agree%20with,least%203%20g%20of%20water.\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(12)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"High_Sodium_Intake\"><\/span><b>High Sodium Intake<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sodium-rich foods are a leading cause of water weight as high sodium disturbs the body&#8217;s electrolyte balance, and to balance it out, the body starts retaining more water. This is to maintain the sodium-to-water ratio of the body. Most ultra-processed foods have high sodium levels, and hidden sodium can even be found in non-salty items to increase shelf life<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/salt\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(14)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Furthermore, sodium attracts water, acts like a magnet for water, and decreases urine output due to reabsorption in the kidneys, this is essential to maintain the electrolyte balance as water dilutes the effects of sodium, so more water is retained by the body<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jci.org\/articles\/view\/88530\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(8)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_to_lose_water_weight\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30039 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/30.png\" alt=\"how to lose water weight\" \/>\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hormonal_Imbalances\"><\/span><b>Hormonal Imbalances<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your body&#8217;s fluid levels can be affected if you battle hormonal changes. This can increase water retention. Whether the hormonal shift is due to stress, oral contraceptives, menstrual cycle, or pregnancy, female hormonal fluctuations can increase water retention<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3984489\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(6).<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Medical_Conditions\"><\/span><b>Medical Conditions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A medical condition related to a heart, liver, or kidney disease can cause water retention due to poor circulation or improper elimination. These issues can cause the fluids to stay in the body longer and cause water weight. Also, some medications, such as those used for blood pressure chemotherapy, NSAIDs, antidepressants, or heart disease, have water retention as a side effect<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/why-am-i-retaining-water\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(19)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Electrolytes_Imbalance\"><\/span><b>Electrolytes Imbalance<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Suffering from mineral deficiencies and vitamin deficiencies directly correlates with water retention. Potassium, magnesium, and possibly vitamin B6 are essential for maintaining fluid levels and electrolyte composition.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Potassium is the counterbalance of sodium. It can help regulate the fluid and electrolyte balance<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ods.od.nih.gov\/factsheets\/Potassium-HealthProfessional\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(11)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. At the same time, magnesium is shown to reduce water retention, especially during the PMS symptoms<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/28392498\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(10)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Inactive_Lifestyle\"><\/span><b>Inactive Lifestyle<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remaining seated for prolonged durations causes the tissues to hold water, especially in the legs, increasing their water retention. Even standing for long periods can cause all the fluid to stay in your feet, hinder proper blood circulation, and lead to edema of the feet.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Lose_Water_Weight\"><\/span><b>How to Lose Water Weight?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After reading all the potential causes of water retention, losing water weight becomes a no-brainer. You can simply lose water weight by avoiding the causes of water weight. This includes staying away from the <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/list-of-foods-that-cause-water-retention\/\">list of foods that cause water retention<\/a> and increasing food intake that may help excrete water.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The worst foods for water retention are high sodium, carb-laden foods. By avoiding foods that cause water retention and instead opting for foods that may help get rid of water, you can considerably lose water in 24 hours.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Any physical activity that leads to sweating can eventually reduce water weight as water is eliminated from sweat. Natural diuretics can also help wash out the excess fluids from the body. Including these in your daily diet will aid the body in expelling the excess water from the tissues.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><strong>Read more: <\/strong><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/28-day-indoor-walking-weight-loss-challenge\/\"><i>The 28-Day Indoor Walking Weight Loss Challenge Explained<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, to answer how to lose water weight, some of the ways are discussed below:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hydrate\"><\/span><b>Hydrate<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As much as it sounds ridiculous that water retention can be reduced by increasing water intake, proper hydration will urge your body to remove excess water. As mentioned earlier, dehydration causes more water retention.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thus, opt for hydrating foods like cucumber and <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-eating-watermelon-at-night\/\">watermelons<\/a> to drain excess fluids from the tissues. As the sodium-to-water ratio is restored, kidneys remove fluid, so the water weight may drop considerably <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/features\/whats-water-weight\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(17)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reduce_Sodium_Intake\"><\/span><b>Reduce Sodium Intake<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mindfully eat foods low in sodium, and avoid table salt and highly processed foods, as sodium is a magnet to water. Sodium can elevate water retention, so be careful and read labels while preferably avoiding eating out<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/28414302\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(8)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. When sodium is within normal levels, the body eliminates water as it should<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/28414294\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(13)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_to_lose_water_weight\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30039 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/5-5.jpg\" alt=\"how to lose water weight\" \/>\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Increase_Potassium_and_Magnesium\"><\/span><b>Increase Potassium and Magnesium<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Try to increase the consumption of potassium-rich foods such as bananas, avocados, and spinach. Typically, foods such as avocados, bananas, apples, and eggs are nutrient-rich, help increase potassium and magnesium, and by extension reduce water retention.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Potassium helps reduce the water weight by assisting the kidneys to excrete more water<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ods.od.nih.gov\/factsheets\/Potassium-HealthProfessional\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(11)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Magnesium helps reduce water retention and puffiness from hormonal causes, especially those preceding a menstrual cycle<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/28392498\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(10)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cut_Back_on_Refined_Carbs\"><\/span><b>Cut Back on <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/refined-carbs\/\">Refined Carbs<\/a><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carbohydrates need more water molecules to bind to them for storage. As mentioned earlier, for 1 gram of glycogen, 3 grams of water is stored with it. Reducing carbohydrates can lead to less glycogen being held and less water weight being added.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, opt for fiber-dense and protein-rich foods that help digestion and better water absorption in the gut while keeping the salt-water ratio in balance<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/articles\/10.3389\/fcell.2020.00519\/full\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(9)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Move_around_More\"><\/span><b>Move around More<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Physical activity that causes sweating can release the water build-up from within the tissues. This may improve circulation, normalize blood flow, and aid fluids to drain properly. It might also help lymphatic drainage, further reducing fluids from accumulating within.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not only does working out make you sweat, but it also reduces inflammation, which eventually reduces water retention. Also, working out burns the stored glycogen, releasing water bound to it and further decreasing water weight<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/320603#risk-factors\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(16)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Add_Natural_Diuretics_to_Your_Diet\"><\/span><b>Add Natural Diuretics to Your Diet<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some foods are natural diuretics, meaning they cause the body to release water in the form of extra urination. Medicines such as water pills are also taken to relieve water retention issues.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to some animal research, watermelons may have natural diuretic properties that can remove excess fluid <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/266886#benefits\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(18)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Other potential natural diuretics are dandelion, parsley, ginger, fennel, nettle, hibiscus, and hawthorn, which can be taken as a supplement or tea<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/weight-loss\/expert-answers\/water-retention\/faq-20058063\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(3)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Talk to your doctor about any supplements or herbal teas if you have any medical conditions or are taking any medications.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improve_Sleeping_pattern\"><\/span><b>Improve Sleeping pattern<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sleeping helps normalize many processes within the body and repair mechanisms to kick in, which helps in reducing inflammation and water retention.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Follow these dietary and lifestyle changes and you should notice a gradual reduction in your water weight. Apart from these, side effects of medications should also be looked into as they may be the reasons behind water retention.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Long_Can_It_Take_to_Lose_Water_Weight\"><\/span><b>How Long Can It Take to Lose Water Weight?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The time it takes to lose water weight depends on the cause of the fluid retention and how severe it is, as well as other individual factors. If you just ate a salty meal and feel a little bloated the next day, taking the above steps should resolve the problem within a day or so. Bloating due to hormonal fluctuations may take a few days. Chronic fluid retention due to a medical problem or medication side effect may be difficult and take time to reduce.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>If you\u2019ve mustered up the courage to crush your weight loss goal, let Betterme take the sting out of this demanding process. <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_to_lose_water_weight\">Our app will help you restructure your habits<\/a>, remold your life and crank up your fitness results!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Lose_Water_Weight_in_3_Days\"><\/span><b>How to Lose Water Weight in 3 Days?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Losing any weight in just three days is not recommended and is unsafe. This is a challenging task to undertake. To lose water weight within three days you need to be extremely vigilant in what you eat.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Practice portion control and eat mostly potassium and magnesium-rich foods. Avoid any high sodium or carbohydrate-laden foods. Also, drink more than 2.5 liters of water to help eliminate excess water and flush out toxins and sodium.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can also take <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vitamins-for-weight-loss\/\">multivitamins<\/a> and supplements, especially natural diuretics, to expel the retained water rapidly, just be sure to speak to your healthcare provider about that first. Indulge in hydrating foods like watermelon, cucumbers, and lemon.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Boost physical activity in general and include at least an hour of exercise daily, whether <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/calories-burned-walking-30-minutes\/\">walking<\/a> or any other cardio exercise. This will help draw out water from tissues via sweating.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Following these guidelines can hopefully help you lose some water weight in three days!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><strong>Read more: <\/strong><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-weight-loss-meal-plan\/\"><i>Vegan Weight Loss Meal Plan and Prep Tips<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_to_lose_water_weight\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30039 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/29.png\" alt=\"how to lose water weight\" \/>\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><b>FAQs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_weight_will_I_lose_on_a_3-day_water_fast\"><\/span><strong>How much weight will I lose on a 3-day water fast?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A water fast is when nothing is taken except water for prolonged durations. The amount of weight lost will vary by individual, but it should not be considered safe or sustainable weight loss. <\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_water_weight_look_like\"><\/span><strong>What does water weight look like?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Appearance of water weight is seen as swelling, Puffiness, or edema anywhere in the body, like in the joints, lower extremities, and face. Swollen eyes, bloated stomach, swollen hands, fingers, or legs signify water weight. This can be seen in the form of unexplained weight gain as well.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_the_first_10_lbs_water_weight\"><\/span><strong>Is the first 10 lbs water weight?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you start working out or dieting to lose weight, you tend to lose a lot of weight rapidly in the first few days. That weight is usually mostly water weight, so it is quite true that the initial 10 pounds or so could be water weight, depending on the person. When glycogen starts burning, you lose water weight as per each gram of glycogen, 3 grams of water weight is lost<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/weight-loss\/in-depth\/weight-loss-plateau\/art-20044615\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(5)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_foods_get_rid_of_water_weight\"><\/span><strong>What foods get rid of water weight?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foods that are enriched with potassium may help you to eliminate water weight. Potassium can regulate fluid balance in the body and reduce retention. These foods include bananas, avocados, kale, spinach, and mushrooms.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;&lt;a href=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_to_lose_water_weight&quot;&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;video autoplay=&quot;autoplay&quot; loop=&quot;loop&quot; muted=&quot;muted&quot; playsinline=&quot;playsinline&quot; width=&quot;777&quot;&gt;&lt;source src=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-1.mp4&quot;&quot; type=&quot;video\/mp4&quot; \/&gt;&lt;\/video&gt;&lt;\/a&gt;&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:256,&quot;11&quot;:3}\" data-sheets-formula=\"=replace(R[-12]C[0],SEARCH(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;,R[-12]C[0]),LEN(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;),R8C[0])\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_to_lose_water_weight\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-1.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Water weight is not actually fat gain. It is just the excess water retained in the body for several reasons. Leading causes of this could be high sodium, refined carb-laden foods, and dehydration.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An inactive lifestyle with poor nutrition and a sedentary lifestyle coupled with stress and sleep deprivation may aggravate water retention. Some medicines and chronic diseases also cause fluid retention. It causes bloating, weight gain, swelling of extremities with puffiness, and uncomfortable tightness. These symptoms can be relieved by undoing its causes, which are better hydration, eating nutritious food, increasing potassium and magnesium intake while reducing sodium and refined carbohydrates, and adopting an active lifestyle.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Engaging in activities that draw out fluids in the form of sweat and taking natural diuretics to increase water excretion via urine can also help lose weight. While doing this, take care and consult a medical practitioner as to what is best suited for your requirements.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you tired of feeling puffy and bloated like you\u2019re carrying extra water weight? Water weight is like that. You put it on out of nowhere, and it will make you feel heavier than you actually are. 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