5 simple ways to boost drainage –

1. Maintain discipline: try not to ingest carbohydrates in the 48 hours following the procedure. “When you do the drainage, the fat molecules are broken and the glycerol, via the blood system, is transported to the liver, which helps transform it into energy. When you eat carbohydrates, they are stored in the form of fat”, explains physiotherapist Dino Aurélio Volpa, from Clínica Stesis, in São Paulo.

2. Bet on a physical activity: according to Thais Pepe, a dermatologist from São Paulo, physical activity increases nervous return, enhancing the effects of lymphatic drainage. Therefore, it is worth investing in exercises, even if they are light, like a 30-minute walk a day.

3. Abuse of cosmetics: products containing caffeine, for example, improve circulation and, consequently, the appearance of the skin. “This effect is quite limited, as the active does not reach the dermis, remaining only in the superficial layer of the skin”, explains the dermatologist. Another cosmetic that can contribute to drainage results is moisturizing gel. “The product does not increase the effects, but it improves the texture of the skin”, says Thais. “I recommend using it daily, but using a moisturizing gel or oil during the massage also boosts the effects,” she adds.

4. Change small eating habits: including colorful foods, with more fiber and less fat in the diet and avoiding fried foods already contributes to the effects of drainage. “Decreasing the amount of salt in the dishes reduces the chance of accumulating liquid in the extra-cellular compartment or body cavities”, explains Thais.

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5. Drink plenty of water: according to Dino, drinking plenty of water is essential especially for women who have more body fat. “The breakdown of fat generates toxins and water helps to clean the organism”, she explains. Thais warns that water increases the transport of nutrients to cells and regulates body temperature.