The Magic Potion For Fat
Loss
If there were ever a magic potion for fat loss ?
it would be water. Our bodies are comprised of about 70%
water. We lose about a liter (34 ounces) of water per day
under normal circumstances and when the temperature in our
body rises, as during exercise, we lose higher amounts of
water through sweat. It only makes sense that we need to
continually replenish this supply for water is necessary for
nearly every function in our body. Water regulates our
temperature, supports and protects our organs, helps with
digestion, transports nutrients to our muscles and helps move
along waste by products.
Water is, in essence, is the
key to fat burning. Here's why: one of you liver's
primary functions is to metabolize stored fat to be burned for
energy. If you are dehydrated, the kidneys cannot function
properly and the liver begins to take over ? as a result of
working overtime, the liver metabolizes LESS fat so MORE fat
remains in your body.
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Sometimes we mistake mild states of dehydration
for hunger. If we don't get enough fluids, our bodies give us
indications that are similar to hunger pains. When this
occurs, we start eating because we misunderstood what are
bodies were telling us which does not help our weight loss. Unnecessary calorie consumption
can lead to excessive fat!
Water is a natural appetite
suppressant. Drinking lots of water throughout the day helps
to keep you feeling full. If your stomach feels full ? you are
less likely to overeat and more likely to burn fat!
A constant supply of water
is vital before, during and after a workout. Dehydration leads
to a lack of energy, muscle fatigue and cramping. Even small
amounts of water loss can hinder exercise
performance.
Remember that alcohol and caffeine are
diuretics, making you lose even more water, so be sure to
compensate for the additional loss.
How to do it: You
can replace the water lost during a typical day by drinking a
minimum of 6-8 8 oz. glasses of water a day. Begin by drinking
your first big glass of water right when you wake up. Drink a
full glass of water with each meal. Keep water with you at all
times.
To prevent dehydration, make sure you're
drinking adequate amounts of water before, during and after a
workout. As a rule of thumb, drink 8-12 ounces of water at
least an hour before beginning to exercise, 8 oz during
exercise and 8 oz when finished. If you are hungry about an
hour after eating, try drinking a glass or two of water- you
maybe misreading thirst for hunger. If you are still hungry
after 15-20 minutes then proceed with a supportive snack to
tide you over until your next meal.
Here's a ?success
strategy' to get you started: Make drinking water more fun by
adding a slice of lemon or lime. Drink water out of a frosted
mug or colorful glass. Grab-n-go flavor packets add variety to
water between meals. Keep a bottle of water in the car at all
times. At work, pack an allotted number of bottled water and
set a goal to finish the pack by the end of the
day.
For those who tend to prefer carbonated beverages
to plain water try sparkling water. Not only is it crisp and
refreshing, it satisfies the need for carbonation. Just make
sure you choose a sparkling water that does not contain sugar
or fruit juice to avoid additional calories.
So if your
goal is fat loss, combine a total body strength
training program, supportive nutrition and some interval
training with your magic fat loss potion and you're destined
for success!
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