Seven Easy Ways to Drink More Water For Weight Loss

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Seven Easy Ways to Drink More Water For Weight Loss

There are many benefits of drinking water to lose weight and many ways to get used to drinking more water.  According to Dr. Donald Robertson, M.D., M.Sc, here are some really important facts about drinking more water to lose weight:

"Water suppresses the appetite naturally and helps the body metabolize stored fat. Studies have shown that a decrease in water intake will cause fat deposits to increase, while an increase in water intake can actually reduce fat deposits. Here's why: The kidneys can't function properly without enough water. When the kidneys don't work to capacity, some of their load is dumped onto the liver. One of the liver's primary functions is to metabolize stored fat into usable energy for the body. If the liver has to do some of the kidney's work, it can't operate at full throttle. As a result, it metabolizes less fat, more fat remains stored in the body, and weight loss stops."

Seven great ideas for drinking more water to lose weight

1. Have it with you. You'll find yourself easily drinking more water if you have it with you,  especially at your desk and in the car.

2. Measure your water to drink more water. As in all goal setting - what gets measured gets achieved. One method of measuring would be to have containers (bottles, pitchers, etc.) with your daily amount pre-measured in them. Another would be to have a method to keep track of how many cups you've consumed. For instance put eight hair ties on your right hand to represent each glass of water you need. When you drink one of the glasses, switch one to your left hand. Your goal is to get them on your left hand before the day is up!

3. Drink water through a straw. Less air consumed = easier swallowing. It works!

4. Decide what temperature you prefer. Many people have a preference and will find themselves drinking more water if it is cold water, but some find that water at room temperature is more easily consumed.

5. Have a ritual. For instance stand at your kitchen sink and take your vitamins while drinking three cups of water. Have a special glass, special straw, special prayer that you say or song that you sing. Laura, who is a teacher says that she can't drink too much water during the day or she will have to leave her classroom unattended, so her routine is to drink six cups on the way home from work. She sits in her driveway until she gets it accomplished.

6. Spike it! Refrigerate a classy glass pitcher full of water plus lemon, lime or orange slices. There are individual-size servings of powdered flavorings you can add to a bottle of water.  Or for those who want "natural"-- add 1 tablespoon of no-sugar 100% blueberry, pomegranate, or cranberry juice for a great lo-cal taste addition. Use an ice cube tray to freeze the remaining juice for future servings.

7. Force yourself. For many people, increasing their water intake seems to be a habit that is fairly easy to change. When they force themselves to adequately hydrate for a week or two, they find they can learn to recognize their thirst signals easier and naturally want to satisfy them. So just do it!

Those are some ways to drink more water for losing weight -- here are other reasons it will help with weight loss and more.

• Drinking a full glass of water first thing in the morning helps wake the body up. So kick-start your day with water!
• Water helps you look good. By flushing out toxins and impurities, water can make your skin clearer, smoother and younger looking.
• Drinking water helps you control hunger. Your body may be confusing your signals for hunger and thirst. Staying hydrated can eliminate this issue and thus drinking more water can help you feel less hungry and so help you lose weight.

Dr. Jennifer Brett, a Naturopathic Physician, says some of the symptoms that she sees as a result of under-hydration include: "constipation, dry and itchy skin, acne, nose bleeds, repeated urinary tract infections, dry and unproductive coughs, constant sneezing, sinus pressure and headaches."
People who stay hydrated at the gym tend to exercise longer. 

It's refreshing, good for you and inexpensive. Now go get a glass of water.

About the Author
Sandra Ahten, founder of www.reasonablediet.com is a  Professional Motivation Expert and Diet and Wellness Coach. She is internationally recognized host for two top rated diet podcasts: Reasonable Diet Radio and Six Minutes of Sanity. Sandra's clients are successful in most areas of their life yet find still struggle with weight -- until they find Reasonable Diet. Her programs will bring you will bring you weight loss success and peace of mind with regard to diet, food, your body and overall well being. Get started today by registering for your own free e-course ==> "Five Fact You Absolutely Must Know Before Starting Any Diet" at www.reasonablediet.com

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Comments

[Denise Wakeman]

While I was posting this article, I stopped to refill my water bottle. It was a good reminder to keep on drinking. Thanks, Sandra!

[AlexandraFunFit]

I keep a giant jug of water in my car. And I drink it. The result? It saves me from stopping at the local smoothie bar and paying almost $5 for a delicious beverage. Of course, the fact that water is, well, water-flavored, gets old.

[Gridley]

That's good to know about water and metabolizing fat. Thanks!

[Health Insurance]

Well, I'm losing weight so I think this is a very way thanks.

[Extreme Fat Loss Diet Team]

So that's why so many diets recommend drinking a lot of water. It allows the liver to metabolize stored fat. That's good to know.

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