The human body is composed of 75% water and as adults we can only survive three to four days without water.Only nerve function and the air we breathe are more important for life than water.Hydrated people perform better on tests than dehydrated people. 20% more strength and aerobic power can be seen in a typical 150 lb person who has optimum body water levels as compared to individuals who lose 3 lbs of water weight during the same activity.
Water as an aid to weight loss…We often turn to food when in fact we’re only really thirsty. Drinking water can fill you up, replenish fluids and even give you energy allowing your body to function properly and reduce weight.
Drinking water and losing weight!
“Drink enough water each day” is what we hear all the time but what weight loss benefits do we get from drinking water?
Drink half your body weight in ounces water per day i.e. if you are 150 lbs, you should drink 75 ounces of water, if 200 lbs, 100 ounces and so on. Not soda pop, not juice, not coffee, not tea, but water. North Americans do not drink enough water to increase health potential. Many health problems are due to dehydration; the list is long. Drink more water and within two weeks you will feel the difference.
All functions within the body require the presence of water. A well hydrated body enables these functions to occur quickly and efficiently. All chemical processes involve energy metabolism and drinking plenty of water will make us feel more energetic and boost our metabolic rate.
Water makes your metabolism burn calories 3% faster. Drinking water is important if you’re trying to lose weight, some studies have shown that thirst and hunger sensations are triggered together. If there is a slight dehydration the thirst mechanism may be mistaken for hunger and one may eat when the body is actually craving fluid. As most food contains some water, if one doesn’t drink much they may be subconsciously driven to eat more to gain the necessary water supply however, you also gain the undesired effects of increased calorie consumption. Drinking more water can help to prevent overeating and benefit weight loss.
