The liver's function is metabolizing stored fat into usable energy for the body. If the liver must do the kidney's work, it cannot work at a full throttle, less fat is metabolized, more fat remains stored in the body and weight loss stops. Fluid Retention Drinking enough water is the best treatment for fluid retention. When the body gets less water, it perceives this as a threat to survival and begins to hold on to every last drop. This shows up as swollen feet, hands and legs.
Diuretics offer a temporary solution at best.
They force out stored water and some essential nutrients. Again, the body perceives a threat and will replace the lost water at the first opportunity. Thus, the condition quickly returns. The best way to overcome the problem of water retention is to give your body what it wants, plenty of water. If you have a constant problem with water retention, excess salt may be to blame.