Monday, April 3, 2017

Water: the least expensive weight loss agent on the market

I am sure that you have heard, "drinking more water can help you lose weight." But most of us think that is a hoax. Drinking water is way too easy and inexpensive. It cannot be that easy! It really is, though.

                                       

When your body is even slightly dehydrated, all of your body's processes slow down, including your metabolism. Even though it is only temporary, you could be burning more calories just by staying hydrated. Also, the act of drinking water forces your metabolism to increase, because your body has to process and place all of the water you drink. Water can make you feel fuller, more energized, It is as easy as drinking water, literally.


Dehydration can cause side effects that you wouldn't even think to attribute to a lack of water. It causes:

  • Irritability
  • Confusion
  • Constipation
  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Fast breathing
  • Rapid heartbeat
(Mayo Clinic)

I think that sometimes people get caught up buying crazy teas, pills, workout cds and forget to go back to the basics. A lot of that is due to the rise in healthy lifestyle bloggers on social media. Sometimes bloggers sell products that they believe in, but sometimes they are selling products to get a paycheck. Be careful when choosing weight loss agents, because some of them can be dangerous. Do you research, but more importantly, stay hydrated!

So why not be happy, feel great, and lose weight the easiest way possible? Drink water!

4 comments:

  1. I never use to drink enough water, but once I started to, it was amazing how much better I felt! It's so easy to become dehydrated without even knowing it. I definitely try to drink a lot more now!

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  2. I bought a new water bottle recently so that I can start drinking more water! I know it's so important but for some reason, i never think about trying to consume my daily value! I'm always falling short!

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  3. I carry a water bottle to try to make myself drink more water! It really does help kickstart your body. It doesn't take a lot to try and be healthy, very simple to follow. I agree, stay hydrated!

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  4. When I was younger, I never drank as much water as I do today. Now, I refer to it as the cure to all things. if you feel like you're still hungry after a big meal, drinking water will make you more full. If you're beginning to feel sick, I always recommend drinking a lot of water. Hydration is key!!!!

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