Which water-rich foods can you add to your plate as part of a varied diet? If you feel as though you’re retaining water, or a more “watery” type of cellulite bothers you, it’s natural to wonder what role your diet plays. Let’s start with the essentials: no food acts on water retention or cellulite. In fact, EU regulations do not allow this kind of property to be attributed to a food.
That said, looking after your lifestyle also comes down to what you put on your plate. Some foods stand out for their high water content or their potassium content, and they fit easily into a varied, balanced diet.
Of course, no food makes cellulite disappear. Here are the ones worth choosing, how to include them in your everyday meals, and the habits that go hand in hand with a varied diet: cutting down on salt, drinking regularly and staying active.
Diet and watery cellulite: what you need to know
Watery cellulite is a term often used to describe the orange-peel appearance of the skin, together with a feeling of bloating. Its causes vary from one person to another, and no food can act on it. The idea of foods that ‘flush out water’ is simply everyday language, not an established property.
Certain foods do, however, stand out for their characteristics and fit easily into a balanced lifestyle:
- High water content: fresh, thirst-quenching foods
- Potassium: a mineral found in some of them, such as asparagus
- Low salt content: for putting together meals that aren’t too salty
- Variety: easy to include in a balanced diet
Add to this a few common-sense habits: drinking water regularly throughout the day and staying active every day, for example by walking.
This is why they often come up in advice on a varied everyday diet.
Water-rich foods to include in your diet
Cucumber
Cucumber is one of the most water-rich foods available (over 95% water). Fresh and crunchy, it works well in all sorts of dishes. It is also naturally low in sodium, a plus for meals that aren’t too salty.
👉 Key takeaway: a fresh, light vegetable that’s easy to add to your meals.
It’s easy to enjoy in a salad, in infused water or in a savoury smoothie.
Asparagus
Asparagus is a vegetable loved for its delicate flavour. It is rich in potassium and fits easily into a varied plate of vegetables.
👉 A vegetable that’s easy to include in a varied diet.
Celery
Celery is a crunchy vegetable with a high water content that also contains minerals. It can be eaten raw or cooked and is easy to add to all sorts of dishes.
👉 Simple to include in a varied diet and a balanced lifestyle.
Pineapple
Pineapple contains bromelain, an enzyme naturally present in the fruit. It is also rich in water and antioxidants.
Key takeaway: it fits easily into a varied diet.
👉 You can also find it among the fruits to include in your everyday meals.
Watermelon
Watermelon is one of the most water-rich fruits around. Made up of over 90% water, it also contains potassium.
👉 Ideal in summer: fresh and thirst-quenching.
Lemon
Lemon is a classic, and it earns its place here. It is rich in vitamin C. Added to water, it brings a tangy touch that makes staying hydrated more enjoyable.
👉 Also featured among our drink ideas to stay hydrated.
Grapefruit
Grapefruit is a citrus fruit that contains vitamin C and antioxidants.
It is easy to enjoy every day, as part of a varied diet.
👉 One more option to vary your diet.
Fennel
Fennel is often overlooked, yet it’s well worth a try. Its mildly aniseed flavour pairs well with many dishes.
👉 Raw in a salad or cooked, it adds a fresh touch to your meals.
How to include these foods in your everyday meals
To make the most of these foods, the simplest approach is to eat them regularly rather than every now and then. Cucumber slips easily into a salad, infused water or a savoury smoothie. Watermelon is ideal in summer, and lemon can flavour your water throughout the day. Asparagus, celery and fennel all round off a plate of vegetables nicely.
As part of a balanced diet, focus on variety: water-rich fruit and vegetables, meals that aren’t too salty, and water to sip regularly throughout the day.
Beyond your plate: everyday hydration
These foods can find their place in a varied diet, but your plate is only one part of a balanced lifestyle.
Drinking enough throughout the day is also one of the good habits of a balanced lifestyle.
To add some variety, you can also flavour your water, for example with the Pastilles Cellulite Effervescentes, simply dissolved in a glass of water. In practice, they let you:
- Make daily hydration easier and more enjoyable.
- Enjoy a formula made with nettle and artichoke extracts.
- Build a hydration routine without having to think about it.
Vitamins and plants, all in a glass of water
- Vitamin A contributes to the maintenance of normal skin, and vitamin E helps protect your cells from oxidative stress
- Nettle and artichoke complete the formula
- Vitamin C helps reduce tiredness, and selenium contributes to the maintenance of normal hair and nails
It’s simple: drop one tablet into your water bottle and you’ll find it easier to drink throughout the day.
👉 One of several ways to remember to drink regularly, alongside a varied diet.
Frequently asked questions
Which water-rich foods can I add to my diet?
Water-rich or potassium-rich foods include cucumber, watermelon, asparagus, celery, fennel, and lemon added to water. No food makes cellulite disappear, but these fit easily into a varied diet. If you experience marked or persistent discomfort, ask a doctor for advice.
Why do we retain water?
The causes can vary greatly from one person to another. If it is marked, persistent or comes with pain, ask a doctor for advice: they can assess your situation.
How can I tell if I’m retaining water?
Only a doctor can assess your situation. If you’re unsure, or if discomfort sets in and worries you, see them rather than relying on your own impressions.
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