We all know we need to drink more water, water helps weight loss. But, how much water should we drink? We hear 8 glasses of water a day, but is it the same amount for everyone? And, do we really drink that much water? Here are some great benefits to water which may make us want to drink more:- Water helps reduce calorie intake -- you're full of water, so you eat less!
- Flushes out the toxins in our bodies
- Improve Your Energy
- Reduce Headaches and Dizziness
How do we know that we're getting enough water?
A healthy body can control the balance of water. A quick way to check that you are getting enough fluids is to look at the color of your urine. It should be pale yellow. If your urine is dark yellow, or if you go to the bathroom fewer than 4 times a day, you may need to drink more fluids.
Drink 8 glasses...or 12...or more!
Drink at least 8 glasses a day. Experts now recommend even more, up to 12 glasses a day. To be more precise, drink ½ ounce per pound of body weight. If you exercise or are very active increase the number to 2/3 ounce per pound. Try monitoring your water intake closely for the next month. When you drink enough, you’ll look and feel better.
I want to know...how much do you typically drink in a day?
While nursing, I can't get enough water, but I am not always this dilligent about my water intake!
Let's get drinking!
2 comments:
I've been trying to drink more water. However I still don't think I drink enough. I should really keep track. Sometimes if I know I haven't drank much during the day I try to drink a lot in the evening. Is that bad? I wished I enjoyed water like coffee and tea but I just don't so it is a chore. Ok enough rambling. Have a great day everyone.
Lori
Not enough! I know I need more water and I'll go through phases where I'll do really good but I prefer to drink things with sugar and caffeine. I think I drink more water in the summer. Does iced tea count as water, it started out that way?! HAHA
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