Saturday, May 16, 2009

Can I lose weight with diuretics?

Diuretics are also known as water pills. These medications are widely used in medicine and valuable in the treatment of many medical disorders. There are many types of diuretics and they all work in the same way. Diuretics are medications that can get rid of excess body water. The two most common medical disorders treated with diuretics are high blood pressure and congestive heart failure. Water loss occurs gradually and the water pills are generally safe. All individuals who take water pills must be monitored by a physician because serious changes in electrolyte levels can occur.

Over the years, many athletes have resorted to using water pills to lose weight.
Sure, you can lose weight with diuretics but these medications are not recommended for that purpose.

When water pills are used by athletes, the weight loss is immediate, small and is mostly water. The water is easily gained in a day or two once you stop taking the medication. There is no water pill that will help you lose fat or your cellulite.

Athletes generally take diuretics to get to a certain weight before a sports meeting. This is not recommended as the water pill usually causes excessive dehydration- resulting in a poor performance in sports.

If you want to lose weight, eat less and start walking. The more pills you take, the higher chance of complications.

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