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.
6. Beets. In addition to being a diuretic, beets are also a rich source of antioxidants and have a specific antioxidant, betalain, which is only found in a few select foods. When choosing what style of beet to eat, go for fresh beets that you can either grill, boil, or steam.8. Garlic. Garlic provides a cleansing effect, and also acts as a diuretic, which is all the more reason to use it in more of your cooking. It has yet to be shown that garlic pills are a diuretic as well, and it appears that eating garlic in itâs natural form, or in powder form, is the way to go if this is your goal.