I just learned some new / old information about water and wanted to share it with you. I've been trying to drink and refill my 20-ounce water bottle as much as I could and a lady shared some interesting text with me about water... coincidence? Not sure, but it is sure helpful! Did you know the below info?
How Water Helps
Why is water so important in the water and weight loss scheme of things? Well there are many benefits of water to your body beyond just losing weight.
Things like kidney function, your digestive system, body temperature and more.
These important body functions need water to ensure they operate correctly. And when these systems are operating correctly, it can help aid in your weight loss.
Things like kidney function, your digestive system, body temperature and more.
These important body functions need water to ensure they operate correctly. And when these systems are operating correctly, it can help aid in your weight loss.
Kidney Function
By having the right amount of water you are ensuring that your kidneys are functioning properly. If the kidneys don’t have enough water then the liver has to step in to help.
The problem with this is that one of the liver’s functions is to help burn fat. So if you don’t have enough water then the liver is less efficient at helping burn excess body fat.
The problem with this is that one of the liver’s functions is to help burn fat. So if you don’t have enough water then the liver is less efficient at helping burn excess body fat.
Digestive System
Water also helps with the digestion and absorption of food. What does this mean for weight loss?
Well it means if you don’t get enough water you won’t get the full benefits of the nutrients in the foods you eat.
Additionally if you don’t get enough water you run the risk of getting constipated. Water assists excretion of waste from your bowels and kidneys.
Well it means if you don’t get enough water you won’t get the full benefits of the nutrients in the foods you eat.
Additionally if you don’t get enough water you run the risk of getting constipated. Water assists excretion of waste from your bowels and kidneys.
Regulates Body Temperature
Water regulates your body temperature. If you don’t have enough water your skin cannot properly cool you down.
Nutrient Transportation
Your blood is about 83% water and blood is your transport system for moving nutrients around in your body. If you are dehydrated your blood is thicker, making your body work harder to circulate the blood.
Not only is it harder for your body to receive the nutrients from the foods you eat, but your oxygen is not being circulated as efficiently.
As a result, your brain becomes less active and your body feels fatigued and tired. This makes it harder to get a good workout and burn calories.
Not only is it harder for your body to receive the nutrients from the foods you eat, but your oxygen is not being circulated as efficiently.
As a result, your brain becomes less active and your body feels fatigued and tired. This makes it harder to get a good workout and burn calories.
Appetite Suppressant
I know I already mentioned this earlier, but I just wanted to reiterate why water and weight loss are a great pair. Reducing your cravings and appetite in order to lose weight is a critical success factor.
The beauty of using water to curb your appetite is it’s free and readily available. No need for over the counter suppressants. Water is a natural appetite suppressant.
In fact, Doctor F. Batmanghelidj MD, author of “Your Body’s Many Cries For Water” says most times your “hunger” is your body asking for water – not food.
The beauty of using water to curb your appetite is it’s free and readily available. No need for over the counter suppressants. Water is a natural appetite suppressant.
In fact, Doctor F. Batmanghelidj MD, author of “Your Body’s Many Cries For Water” says most times your “hunger” is your body asking for water – not food.
Water Weight Loss
I don’t mean water and weight loss; I simply mean losing excess water weight.
Water weight loss is not fat loss or pounds lost but rather shedding water your body is retaining.
If you are feeling bloated and carrying excess water weight, then the best solution is to drink more water.
That’s right! Drinking water sends a signal to your body that it is getting the proper supply of water so it no longer needs to retain water.
So the best way to lose water weight is to drink water.
Water weight loss is not fat loss or pounds lost but rather shedding water your body is retaining.
If you are feeling bloated and carrying excess water weight, then the best solution is to drink more water.
That’s right! Drinking water sends a signal to your body that it is getting the proper supply of water so it no longer needs to retain water.
So the best way to lose water weight is to drink water.
Other Benefits of Water Beyond Weight Loss
Now that we have established that water is a weight loss aid, let’s talk about some of the other benefits you can get from drinking water.
- Lubricates the Joints
- Helps Maintain Muscle Tone
- Maintains Healthy Skin Tone
- Improves Energy
- Increases your Mental and Physical Performance
- Reduces Headaches and Dizziness
As you can see, water and weight loss is just one of the many wonderful things water can do for you.
Tips for Drinking Water
Getting the proper amount of water is sometimes easier said than done. Some people just don't like the taste of water. Others may not find enough time to drink enough water.
Here are a few tips to help you get in your daily quota of drinking water.
Here are a few tips to help you get in your daily quota of drinking water.
Start your day off with a tall glass of water. Instead of reaching for the coffee cup first, get a glass of water while the coffee is brewing.
Drink a glass of water before each meal. If you are eating 5 to 6 smaller meals a day, which is recommended for weight loss, then this means you will get 5 to 6 glasses of water easily by drinking before you eat.
Drink a glass of water before and after you exercise. Additionally you should hydrate yourself during your exercise by taking sips here and there.
End your day with a glass of water. Before tucking away for the night, drink that last glass of water.
Before you know it you will be getting in your 8 to 10 glasses of water each day. So remember, water and weight loss go hand in hand so be sure to hydrate yourself with a tall glass of water.
And remember, just like cutting back calories too much can be harmful so can getting too much water. You don’t need to overdo it with the water.
The guideline is to drink eight, 8 ounces a day to maintain your weight. For each 25 pounds you are overweight, add one 8 ounce glass.
Drink a glass of water before each meal. If you are eating 5 to 6 smaller meals a day, which is recommended for weight loss, then this means you will get 5 to 6 glasses of water easily by drinking before you eat.
Drink a glass of water before and after you exercise. Additionally you should hydrate yourself during your exercise by taking sips here and there.
End your day with a glass of water. Before tucking away for the night, drink that last glass of water.
Before you know it you will be getting in your 8 to 10 glasses of water each day. So remember, water and weight loss go hand in hand so be sure to hydrate yourself with a tall glass of water.
And remember, just like cutting back calories too much can be harmful so can getting too much water. You don’t need to overdo it with the water.
The guideline is to drink eight, 8 ounces a day to maintain your weight. For each 25 pounds you are overweight, add one 8 ounce glass.
Okay... how many ounces do you plan to drink per day? Drink up! It's good for you!
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