Why fluid accumulates in the body: nutritionists named the main reasons

01.05.2024 13:00

The problem of swelling has no age limit: many people face it.

Some people believe that they are not able to control this process, but this is a misconception.

Almost always, we ourselves are to blame for moisture retention, experts say.

Why do we often swell?

Sedentary lifestyle

Passivity has never made anyone slimmer and healthier, which is important to keep in mind. Therefore, it is worth leading a more active lifestyle.

This doesn't necessarily have to involve going to the gym and doing difficult workouts. It's enough to just walk for at least two hours a day.

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Lack of healthy sleep

As in the first case, insufficient sleep has no positive consequences. Edema is only an external manifestation of its destructive effect on the body.

Therefore, in order to cope with fluid retention, this issue needs to be addressed.

Stress and fatigue

If you work or exercise too intensely, it is an extremely harmful habit for the body. Everything should be done in moderation.

It is also worth remembering that the production of cortisol (the stress hormone) is directly related to the appearance of edema.

Previously, we talked about why you shouldn’t constantly count calories .

Author: Marina Michalap Internet resource editor

Content
  1. Why do we often swell?
  2. Sedentary lifestyle
  3. Lack of healthy sleep
  4. Stress and fatigue