Fluid retention is the inability of the body to get rid of excess water. Fluid retention can occur for a number of reasons, the most common of which are: premenstrual syndrome in women, excessive salt intake, and side effects of medications. Fluid retention can lead to swelling, especially in the legs, joints, hands, feet and abdomen. There are many natural ways to combat fluid retention and help the body flush out water. 1. Eat foods with diuretic properties. There are many diuretic foods such as celery, lettuce, carrots, onions, asparagus, tomatoes and cucumbers. 2, A daily intake of vitamins helps reduce fluid retention. You can take vitamin capsules or consume vitamins through food. Pay particular attention to: Vitamin B6: It is effective in reducing fluid retention, especially mild fluid retention caused by PMS. Foods rich in vitamin B6 include: red meat, salmon, tuna, bananas and brown rice. Vitamin B5, Vitamin B1 and Vitamin D: These vitamins can reduce fluid retention. Fresh fruit and low-fat dairy products are rich in these vitamins. Supplementation with minerals such as calcium, magnesium and potassium can reduce fluid retention. These minerals are mild diuretics that help the body release excess water. Yogurt, milk and dark-colored leafy vegetables such as spinach can supplement calcium; citrus fruits and honeydew melon can supplement potassium. 3, reduce the intake of salt and pickled foods. Excessive salt intake can exacerbate fluid retention. Avoid processed foods that are very high in salt, and be sure to check the ingredient list before snacking and choose ones with lower sodium content. Cook without salt and stay away from chips, peanuts and pretzels. 4, Stay away from drinks that will dehydrate you, such as coffee and alcohol. Although they have diuretic properties, they can also be dehydrating and increase fluid retention. Replace coffee with fruits, herbal teas. Replace alcohol with non-alcoholic beer or non-alcoholic cider. 5, Drink enough water. If you know that your fluid retention is mainly due to PMS, which is caused by excessive salt intake, then your condition will improve somewhat if you drink plenty of water. You may think that you already have too much water in your body, but in fact, hydration is rather beneficial for you to get rid of the excess water out of your body instead of storing it in your body and causing swelling. It is best to drink mineral water. Tap water do not drink directly, boil and cool better. 6. Consider using herbs with diuretic properties to help the body expel water and reduce fluid retention. There are many types of herbs with diuretic properties, such as: dandelion leaf, parsley, cornhusk, hawthorn. 7, Take ginkgo supplements or make tea with ginkgo. Ginkgo helps with blood circulation, and is more effective if it addresses fluid retention caused by circulation problems. 8, More exercise can often promote the body to expel excess water and promote blood circulation. Exercise is particularly effective in improving fluid retention because the body will heat up and sweat. And if the blood circulation is smooth, it also helps to prevent fluid retention. 9. Sleep with your feet slightly elevated above your heart. Put a pillow under your legs so that when you lie down, your legs can be higher than your heart.