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6 THINGS THAT CAUSE FLUID RETENTION IN YOUR BODY AND HOW TO AVOID

Why is my ring so tight today? How did I gain 3 pounds overnight? Why don’t my shoes fit?

Water retention is likely to blame.

Up to 60 percent of an adult’s body is water, and water accumulates when the body retains excess and unnecessary fluids.

Common causes of water retention
Many things can cause water retention, including mild and serious health conditions. However, most people experience water retention from time to time. Some reasons are:

Dehydration

Obesity

Dietary changes or nutritional deficiencies

Blood pressure

Liver or kidney dysfunction

Hormonal changes such as pregnancy and menstruation

Medicines such as steroids and birth control pills

Allergies

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