We know water is good for us. It keeps us hydrated, helps digestion, warms us up and cools us down, but what is the deal when it comes to fat loss? Below are some of the reasons why water is absolutely essential when your ultimate goal is fat loss!
- Your body is composed mostly of water, 65 – 75%! Water is required for EVERY cellular action in the body. By keeping hydrated you provide the water required for your body to work optimally INCLUDING BURNING FAT.
- Being dehydrated slows your bodily functions down and will REDUCE YOUR CAPACITY TO BURN FAT AS FUEL!
- Water helps to DETOXIFY your system and should be considered one of your most vital supplements.
- Water will also help any substance that your body does not need to exit safely and it will also greatly aid in transporting the necessary nutrients throughout the body.
- How much should you drink? For most people getting up to 1.5 to 2 litres a day is pretty tough for most of us but that is your ultimate daily goal.
So, what counts as water? … Pure, clean, simple water or herbal teas!
You cannot include water that you add squash to in your daily amount. These fruity syrups are very sugary and in an ideal world we should ignore them and just go for the pure water. If you find water boring to drink and feel that you need an extra taste, try squeezing a small amount of fresh lemon or lime into it to give it some flavour.
TOP TIP: Start by getting a re-usable 1.5 litre bottle and make a habit of having it with your all day so you can see exactly how much you have drunk. Aim to simply finish it before the end of your day, EVERY DAY!
