Check out these resources for adolescents who may be struggling with illicit drug use issues (including the abuse of prescription drugs): 1  Call the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administrationâs (SAMHSAâs) substance abuse treatment helpline at 1-800-662-HELP.7% of teens don't use prescription drugs to get high. Illicit drug use-which includes the abuse of illegal drugs and/or the misuse of prescription medications or household substances-is something many adolescents engage in occasionally, and a few do regularly.
Watermelon, tomatoes, cucumber, carrots and cranberry juice are all natural diuretics that aid in reducing edema, according to Progressive Health. Additional foods that have diuretic properties are celery, grapes, artichokes and eggplant. Coffee also has a diuretic effect. Continue Reading.
Consume foods that contain high water contents. Foods such as watermelons, asparagus, tomatoes, cranberries, and oats are natural diuretics that assist the body to flush excess fluids from the body. Limit sodium intake. Excessive sodium intake causes the body to store excess fluids. Limit sodium intake to no more than 2,000 to 2,500 mg per day.