How Signature Diuretic Can Reduce Inflammation & Bloating

Discover how Bodybuilding.com’s Signature Diuretic can help decrease your waistline while increasing muscle definition.

Master Coach Ken Yu
January 2, 2025

So, Why Do You Look Bloated?

Hey–we get it. No one likes to look or feel bloated. So, why does it happen? There’s a variety of reasons why bloating occurs: inflammation, digestive issues, dehydration, as well as reaction to toxins, sugar, or ultra-processed food. Let’s break this down a bit.

Why Take a Diuretic?

Looking your best is not only about building muscle and losing fat. It also involves reducing your inflammation and bloating. Many people can appear bigger especially in the midsection if they retain a lot of water.

You can help lower your water retention by staying hydrated, reducing sodium intake, or walking after meals. If you are already doing these things and want to accelerate the process, Bodybuilding.com’s Signature Diuretic can help you battle bloat, boost metabolism, and give you that “dry” lean look you want to achieve.

Our proprietary diuretic is formulated with 50mg of Vitamin B6, 250mg Dandelion Extract, 250m Horsetail Dry Extract, 250mg Juniper Berry Powder, 250mg Uva Ursi Extract, 150mg Cranberry Powder, 150mg Apple Cider Vinegar Powder, 100mg of natural caffeine (from coffee), 50mg Vitamin B6, and 20mg GBB.

Breakdown of Ingredients & What They Give You

Our formula has a great track record for helping to decrease your waist circumference, increase muscle definition, and enhance vascularity. Here’s a full breakdown of the ingredients and what they provide.

Vitamin B6 is very important for the normal function of multiple organ systems, especially your kidneys. Individuals with renal conditions often have a Vitamin B6 deficiency.[1] Supplementing Vitamin B6 can help with inflammation, blood sugar levels, and optimize your kidney functioning while de-bloating.[2]

Dandelion Root Extract or Taraxacum officinale acts as a natural diuretic promoting the elimination of excess water and sodium. This perennial herb is also high in potassium and can stimulate bile production to aid in digestion. One scientific pilot study showed increased urination frequency after ingesting Dandelion Extract.[3]

Horsetail is an extract of the plant Equisetum arvense which has been used in traditional medicine for bladder and kidney conditions. Horsetail extract can increase urine output and flush out excess water and salt. It also contains antioxidants, anti-inflammatory compounds, and silica which may decrease bloating caused by mild inflammation.

Juniper Berry Powder is a natural supplement with a variety of traditional and modern uses. It can reduce gas and bloating, increase urine production, and stimulate digestive enzymes. It has flavonoids and polyphenols which act as antioxidants. It also has alpha-pinene and myrcene that have anti-inflammatory properties.[4]

Uva Ursi Extract is derived from the leaves of the bearberry plant (Arctostaphylos uva-ursi). It is a traditional herbal remedy for urinary uses. Uva Ursi promotes urination, reduces water retention, and helps flush out toxins. It contains compounds like arbutin, which have antibacterial properties.[5]

Cranberry Powder is a concentrated form that has many of similar benefits as cranberry juice.[6] Cranberry juice has been extensively studied to help prevent and treat urinary tract infections (UTIs).[7] Cranberries are mildly diuretic and can increase urine output while reducing water retention and bloating by flushing out toxins.

Apple Cider Vinegar Powder is a dehydrated form of apple cider vinegar that offers similar benefits to the liquid version but in a convenient, shelf-stable format. Apple Cider Vinegar has acetic acid which can help stimulate digestive enzymes and gastric acid production. It can also slow carbohydrate digestion, lower blood sugar levels, and may even help reduce weight.[8]

Caffeine inhibits the antidiuretic hormone vasopressin which allows for increase in urinary output and decrease in bloating especially for non-coffee drinkers. Caffeine also stimulates the GI tract and may help alleviate bloating caused by slow digestion.

Gamma-Butyrobetaine Hydrochloride (GBB) is a compound naturally found in the body and is a precursor to L-carnitine, an amino acid derivative essential for fat metabolism and energy production. GBB can be effective fat-burning supplements by enhancing your energy levels and increasing your thermogenic output. Many people will feel an increase in internal body temperature and sweat levels which can help further eliminate water weight.

Takeaways

Bodybuilding.com’s Signature Diuretic can be a safe and effective way for anyone looking to reduce bloating, increase metabolism, or simply burn more fat during your workouts. With the majority of its ingredients coming from natural sources, you can feel good about putting this supplement into your stack.