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Diuretics are a category of drugs and herbs that remove unwanted fluid from the body by increasing urination. Diuretics are used to reduce water retention due to congestive heart failure and cirrossis and is effective in treating high blood pressure. Problem fluid retention occurs most often in the legs, ankles and lungs. Some herbs and supplements have diuretic properties that can assist in removing fluids in the treatment of backache, prostatis, sciatica, kidney stones, gonorrhea, premenstrural syndrome and obesity. There are three types of diuretics: Thiazide diuretics are used to treat high blood pressure by reducing the amount of sodium in the body. Potassium-sparing diuretics reduce the amount of water in the body without causing the depletion of potassium, like the other types of diuretics. Loop-acting diuretics cause the kidneys to increase output of urine, thus reducing water in the body and lowering blood pressure.
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Diuretics can cause unwanted side effects, including skin rash, weakness, muscle cramps, nausea, sensitivity to light, diarrhea, dizziness and joint pain. In rare cases, impotence, decreased sex drive and irregular heartbeat can occur.
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Diuretics tend to act quickly, so anyone who takes them should make sure he has ready access to a toilet for the first several hours after ingestion. Take diuretics first thing in the morning, if possible, to avoid disturbing sleep. Drink plenty of water to keep the fluids flowing and replenish fluids lost through urination.
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Beneficial Dietary Supplements
Queen of the Meadow can be used to make a diuretic tea to treat urinary problems and fluid retention.
Buchu, also known as the urinary herb, is a natural diuretic.
Corn Silk works as a mild diuretic.
Parsley is a strong diuretic that is effective in treating fluid retention.
Dandelion Root is a mild diuretic that also reduces serum cholesterol levels.
REFERENCES: Prescription for Nutritional Healing, 3rd Edition, Phyllis Balch, CNC; James F. Balch, M.D. - - - - - - - - - - - - Back to Top - - - - - - - - - - - -
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