9 Quick Ways To Lose Water Weight

Amanda Gardner is a health reporter whose stories have appeared in cnn.com, health.com, cnn.com, WebMD, HealthDay, Self Magazine, the New York Daily News, Teachers & Writers Magazine, the Foreign Service Journal, AmeriQuests (Vanderbilt University), and others.

Losing water weight can be achieved by cutting down on salty and sugary foods, drinking plenty of water, getting enough sleep, and staying physically active.1

You might think drinking more water adds more water weight, but the opposite is true. Your body will retain whatever water it has if it’s dehydrated.4

Drinking plenty of water, especially if you are eating salty or sugary foods or drinking alcohol, can keep you hydrated and reduce water weight.5

Choosing hydrating foods can help you lose excess water weight by keeping you hydrated and helping your body excrete water.

Try eating more potassium-rich foods like leafy greens and potatoes. Potassium also helps you get rid of excess sodium.6

Physical activity allows you to sweat out some fluid, but you will also need to rehydrate.