10 Diuretic Foods
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Urine is made as our kidneys filter toxins and other impurities from our blood. The urine is sent to the bladder where it is stored until it is eventually passed out from the body via the urethra. It is a continual process that helps to keep our bodies as clean as they possibly can be.
The system does not always work as smoothly as it is supposed to, though, potentially causing fluids to be retained in the bladder and elsewhere in the body. Bloating can also be caused by other factors such as menstruation.
In such cases, diuretics can help as they can stimulate urination, and there are various types of food that can help achieve this.
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Diuretic Food #1: Juniper
Juniper is a type of coniferous plant, and generally has the small needle-like leaves that is typical of such plants. It also comes in a variety of sizes, from small shrubs to tall trees. The plant is used for various reasons, from making bows for arrows to making gin.
Juniper has been used by people since medieval times for its medicinal properties, among other things. This includes it being used as a diuretic, but it also has the benefit of not reducing potassium levels as many diuretic medications do. There are various ways that you can introduce juniper to your diet.
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