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Water retention: prohibited foods – Italian Cuisine

The complete list of foods to avoid to combat water retention in view of the costume test. And win

One of the most visible symptoms of water retention is the famous orange peel skin. Small bumps on the skin create an unsightly and embarrassing effect that we would like to fight before showing off the bikini. And if you have so far applied specific creams and products without too much success, maybe it's time to solve the problem at the root. That is, avoiding to introduce into our body all those foods that are notoriously responsible for this common ailment and that we will be able to discover being very frequent in our weekly menus.

Alcoholic drinks

Wine, beer, but above all spirits. Although in the summer the desire for a good cocktail is often urgent, we must grant it as a tear to the rule and not as a post dinner habit. We rather opt for centrifuged, flavored waters and unsweetened iced tea. It's a sacrifice, but it's worth it.

Cold cuts

Fat and salt. This is the dangerous combination that we find in all cold cuts. We are mostly away from salami, pancetta, coppa and mortadella and we rarely indulge in bresaola, cooked ham and roasted turkey breast. Similarly, when possible we avoid taking smoked salmon, tuna and swordfish.

Savory snacks

Chips, breadsticks, pretzels and bruschettine. They are delicious, certainly, but they contain so much salt and saturated fat that it is not the case to take them if we want to combat fluid retention. If we want to have a snack, we prefer instead of pinzimonio, a natural yogurt or a slice of watermelon, melon or pineapple.

White flours

Responsible for slowing down kidney functions, they counteract fluid drainage. To eliminate them from fabrics more easily, we can prefer the use of wholemeal flour and unrefined grains.

Sugars

As responsible as the salt of the swelling, they are excellent allies of water retention. But it is good to reduce them without replacing them with sweeteners, which are equally harmful: better to opt for natural sweeteners such as stevia and honey.

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Eat with tonic water and ginger beer: why not? – Italian Cuisine

Here is the project that combines the dishes of the Roman brand Mercerie by chef Igles Corelli with the Royal Bliss premium mixer range. For a special food pairing that is not afraid to dare

Haute cuisine is creative mixology they have a lot, a lot in common. Because the rules of the game in which they move seem to be substantially the same: starting from quality ingredients and reinvent them in a new way, combining them to give a sensory experience to be discovered. In other words, daring without any fear of experimenting or breaking down prejudices. He knows it well Royal Bliss, the new premium range of tonics and mixers with a highly sought-after profile, which to reaffirm its revolutionary spirit has decided to jump off the bar and land at the table. Not just any table, to tell the truth, but that of Knitting, the Roman project of high street food signed by the multi-starred chef Igles Corelli.

A revolutionary combination

Here then is that the meeting between Royal Bliss and the proposals of Mercerie takes place in the light of a food pairing who wants to break through the wall of conventions. The dishes, in this case, are combined with a range of tonics with shades that are anything but conventional. Starting from "Lasagna", a candy with a soft heart and a crunchy bow perfect to accompany a special toast. "The lasagna is tied to one of the most vivid memories of my childhood," says chef Igles Corelli about his dish. – When I was a child and the lasagna came to the table, they fought to win the most crunchy parts. So when the kitchen became my job I decided to create a mini portion that would satisfy everyone: very crunchy on the outside, very soft on the inside . Here then is that this wonderful recipe of nostalgic charm is projected into the present – and why not, into the future – from the combination with the proposals of Royal Bliss. But the gastronomic adventure is not over.

For each dish his Royal Bliss

Lasagnetta aside, the menu of Mercerie by Igles Corelli finds in three of its recipes just as many meeting points with Royal Bliss's premium tonics. In particular, the Yuzu cheese and pepper is combined with Royal Bliss Exotic Yuzu Taste Sensation Tonic Water: the freshness and acidity of the Yuzu tonic, a common ingredient in the dish and in the glass, go to lighten the strong tones of the pecorino, recreating a pleasant contrast on the palate. THE'Amatriciana with balsamic vinegar, instead, it is proposed in combination with Royal Bliss Creative Tonic Water, which with the bitter but at the same time sweet tones, manages to balance the strong and aromatic flavor of the amatriciana, enriched by the bittersweet tones of balsamic vinegar. Finally, the Codfish creamed with cuttlefish ink goes hand in hand with Royal Bliss Seductive Ginger Beer Taste. In this case, the refreshing and slightly spicy ginger transforms the creamed cod into an exotic and modern dish. Reinventing it in a simple but effective way. The collaboration between Royal Bliss and Mercerie's premium street food will unfold through a series of events between Milan and Rome, which can be followed directly through the Royal Bliss Instagram profile.

Water retention: 5 practical tips to fight it – Italian Cuisine

An annoying and unaesthetic disorder that affects a large number of women, of any age group, especially in the summer season.
Let's talk about the water retention, or the accumulation of water in the body, which is often concentrated in very specific areas, such as legs, buttocks and belly, causing in many cases also feelings of heaviness and fatigue (especially if it involves the lower limbs).
A problem that can be traced to different causes, but, excluding serious diseases and illnesses, it often depends on a series of factors, among which supply is lifestyle, which play a decisive role.
Here's why with aSome simple changes in diet and everyday habits can be done.
Let's find out together with Raffaella Melani, nutritionist biologist.

1st RULE LESS SALT (watch out for unsuspected foods, too)

155399 To begin with, the first important step is to use less salt, for example by reducing the consumption of processed foods. The expert clarifies: "A low-salt diet, in addition to promoting the proper functioning of the lymphatic system, contributes to a healthy and low blood pressure. The World Health Organization recommends not introducing more than 2 grams of sodium with the daily diet. Two grams of sodium correspond to about 5 grams of cooking salt, which are roughly those contained in a teaspoon (practically what it takes to salt water to boil the pasta). "

WATER INSTEAD OF WILL

126903 With water instead you have to abound, choosing in particular low residual water and moisturizing foods.
Explain Raffaella Melani, nutritionist biologist "For example cucumbers, also suitable for those who have to lose weight. In fact, cucumber, due to the large amount of water, is very satiating and thanks to the presence of potassium has an excellent diuretic action. In addition, the cucumber also contains vitamin C that protects from oxidative stress ". Also recommended avocado. Melani continues. "In fact, this fruit contains about 80% water and dietary fiber. Unlike the other fruits, it has a low sugar content and its creamy pulp is an excellent source of monounsaturated fatty acids (MUFA) such as oleic and palmitoleic acids and omega-6 polyunsaturated fatty acids, linoleic acid, with a strong action anti-inflammatory ".

PRESERVE THE BLOOD VASES

176176 Water retention is also linked to poor circulation. This is why it is important to prefer blood vessel friendly foods. "Such as i blueberries. These wonderful berries contain numerous active ingredients. First of all, vitamins A and C, niacin, citric acid and malic acid. It is also rich in calcium and iron and, like all red-purple fruits are rich in anthocyanins. These molecules are studied for their beneficial effects on blood vessels, where they would increase capillary resistance, improving microcirculation ".

MAKE FULL OF ANTIOXIDANTS

137867 Foods are preferred to counteract the stagnation of liquids antioxidants.
Specify the nutritionist "Like papaya. These fruits not only offer the greedy taste and the sunny color of the tropics, with only 42 kcal per 100 g of fruit, but they are also a rich source of antioxidant nutrients such as carotenes, vitamins (especially vitamin C) and numerous minerals (Iron, potassium, copper and magnesium). Together, these nutrients promote the health of the cardiovascular system and also provide protection against inflammatory diseases ".

He who hesitates is lost

176167 Last advice is to move!
Dr. Melani concludes: "Doing physical activity or simply walking. This can be effective in reducing fluid accumulation in some areas, such as in the lower limbs".

Elisa Nata
June 2019