DRINK Yourself
THIN?
Water
& Fat Loss…
Studies have shown
that low water intake will hinder fat loss . . .
increasing water consumption can help you lose
fat faster.
Here are the
reasons why:
Without sufficient
water, the kidneys cannot function properly. The
extra 'cleaning load' is transferred to the
liver for help. One of the liver's primary
functions is to metabolize fat, but the extra
load passed on by the kidneys slows down fat
processing. Extra water keeps the kidneys
flushed, thus allowing the liver to metabolize
more fat.
Won't drinking
more water cause more fluid retention?
Quite the opposite
-- drinking more water will allow you to lose
fluid! When your body gets too little water, it
interprets this as a threat to survival and
holds onto every precious drop.
Fluid retention can
also be caused by excess salt intake. There are
two solutions for this:
-
Reduce sodium
intake.
-
Drink more
water.
Some people choose
to use diuretics to reduce fluid retention.
Results are temporary and they can deplete
important nutrients.
Some nice fringe
benefits!
Here are some more
important benefits that water offers . . .
An easy method to
ensure that you get enough water . . .
You will need to
drink at least 64 ounces each day. This amounts
to eight 8 ounce glasses, or two quarts.
Here's an easy
method for monitoring your water intake . . .
Use a large, 32 ounce cup or bottle; drink one
cup/bottle during the morning, and one during
the remainder of the day. If a 32-ounce
container seems too large, use a 22-ounce cup or
bottle and drink three cups each day. This is in
addition to other beverages such as tea,
coffee and sodas.