“Drink more water, it will help you lose weight.” This is probably something you have heard thrown around by people casually. But is it really true? The quick answer is yes. Drinking water helps increase your metabolism, cleanses your body of toxins, and can act as an appetite suppressant. Oddly enough, drinking more water helps your body stop retaining water, helping you to shed that extra water weight.
So how can you encourage this weight loss through drinking water?
#1 Drink before you eat
Water acts as an appetite suppressant. This means that drinking it before meals can make you feel fuller, helping you reduce the portion size of the food you eat. WebMD even states that you could potentially reduce your calories by 75 per meal. That adds up to a healthy total after a while, which translates to your weight being healthier too.
#2 Replace sugar-loaded drinks with water
Instead of drinking soda or cool drinks, have a glass of water instead. Not only are you saving money, but you are saving your body having to process the sugar or artificial sweeteners from the cold drink that you have to lose later. You are also making sure that your body is consuming a healthier option while losing weight.
#3 Drink it ice cold
An ice-cold glass of water is not only refreshing, it also helps boost your metabolism. A faster metabolism could result in burning more calories, which will, in turn, help you lose weight.
#4 Make exercise your friend
You can work out harder and longer because water helps reduce cramping and lubricates joints. This is another example of how staying hydrated aids your weight loss.
#5 Hydrate enough with water
If you want to make sure that you are drinking water effectively, you can follow the 8 x 8 rule. Eight full glasses (eight-ounce glasses) of water a day for weight loss and to maintain your ideal weight.
How do you know if you’re getting enough water? A general rule is to check the toilet after you’ve gone to the bathroom. You’ll know you’re well-hydrated if your urine is clear or very light yellow in colour. The darker your urine, the more water you need to drink, especially if weight loss is your goal.
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Source: Gaiam