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1. It has zero calories
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Water is a low-calorie drink, making it an ideal replacement for higher-calorie drinks. Whether you choose still water, sparkling, or seltzer, drinking more of this natural hydration can help you reduce your calorie intake and support your weight loss efforts.
Water can help curb cravings for starchy, salty, sugary, smoked, and alcoholic drinks that are detrimental to both health and weight loss. In addition to replacing higher-calorie drinks with water, it's also a great way to stay hydrated during and after your workout.
2. It helps you feel fuller
Drinking a glass of water before each meal can help you feel fuller and avoid overeating. It also aids in digestion, which can help you lose weight. A
recent study found that people who drank water before meals felt just as satisfied and ate less than those who didn't.
3. It's a natural appetite suppressant
Drinking water before a meal makes you feel fuller and reduces your appetite because it passes through your stomach quickly, stretching it and sending a signal to your brain that you've had enough.
Water also promotes fat burning, known as lipolysis, an essential step in weight loss.
A study published in the journal Obesity revealed that participants who drank 24 fluid ounces of water per day lost more weight than those who consumed artificially sweetened, calorie-free beverages. This is a small sample size and may not be the most effective way to lose weight, but drinking water definitely makes a difference.
4. It's a natural diuretic
If you're struggling with water retention, natural diuretics can help. These foods and drinks work by stimulating the kidneys to pull sodium and water out of the bloodstream and concentrate it in the urine. If you're looking for a natural way to
reduce fluid retention, try cucumber-infused water or this homemade juice recipe. Also, cut back on salty and fatty foods, which are known to contribute to water retention.
5. It is a natural blood purifier
Water is essential for the body and helps the kidneys remove toxins from the blood. Your entire system needs water to function and keep your vital organs healthy.
Drinking 500ml of water 30 minutes before a meal will reduce the chances of overeating and make you feel full. Studies have shown that drinking 500ml of water 30 minutes before a meal can reduce body fat percentage.
