Weight Loss

By Dr. Edward F. Group III, DC, ND, DACBN


Did you know that more than half of your body weight is made up of water? And did you further know that drinking adequate amounts of water each day can help you become leaner, healthier, and more energetic? Water is all around us and it’s quite possibly nature’s true miracle resource. Here’s a closer look at what water can do for you.


Prevention: Drinking purified water keeps the body healthy and it helps prevent such conditions as acne, lower back pain, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, depression, headaches, migraines, asthma, gastrointestinal disorders, allergies, colitis, rheumatoid arthritis, hypertension, high cholesterol, muscle pain, joint pain, bloating, constipation, ulcers, malaise, and stomach pain.


Regulation: Water plays an enormous role in the functioning of the body. Every enzymatic and chemical reaction in the body occurs with the help of water. Water also transports hormones, nutrients, oxygen and antibodies through the system. It regulates our body temperature, helps us maintain muscle tone, and protect tissues, organs and joints from shock and damage.


Cleansing: Water helps to keep the gastrointestinal system running smoothly. It assists in the digestion and absorption of food, and in transporting oxygen and nutrients to the cells. Drinking adequate amounts of water removes toxins and wastes from your system, reduces your risk of developing kidney stones, and is extremely beneficial for weight loss.


The Relationship between Water and Weight Loss
Water is fat free, calorie free, and cholesterol free. It’s also a natural appetite suppressant. When you drink all the water you need, you will very quickly notice a decrease in your appetite. Water is critical in the functioning of the digestive system, keeping waste and nutrients moving through the body. In fact, clinical studies show that a low consumption of water allows fat to be deposited in the body rather than burned for energy. Therefore, the key to water and weight loss is the more water you drink the more fat you will burn.


Water also helps you achieve a proper muscle contraction so that the working muscle can be used efficiently. This helps promote lean muscle mass.


When, How and How Much to Drink
Health experts recommend that each of us drink at least eight 8-ounce glasses of water every day. This may seem like a huge amount, but it actually adds up to about two quarts of water. Moreover, remember, this amount is the minimum requirement. For water and weight loss you should drink another eight ounces for every 25 pounds of excess weight you carry. In addition, if you live in a very hot climate or if you exercise intensely you should consider drinking even more.


However, don't try to drink all of this water at once, as this will simply overload your kidneys and keep you running to the bathroom. Instead, you should spread out your water consumption throughout the day. If possible, aim to set aside three or four times a day when you can drink a large (8-ounce) glass of water, and then be sure to sip in between for the rest of the day. If you feel thirsty, you are already at the point of becoming dehydrated. Try to drink water before you reach this point. In addition, it’s a good idea to stop drinking water about three hours before you go to bed to keep you from running to the bathroom all night.


Water and Weight Loss Alternatives
Not everyone enjoys the taste (or lack thereof) of water. In addition, if you do not like to drink water it is going to be difficult to try to drink so much of it each day. You can certainly drink other fluids to help hydrate your body, but be careful of those that will add extra calories, sugar, and additives to your diet. Your best bet is to try adding a slice of lemon or lime to your water.


Moreover, if you want to enjoy the benefits of water and weight loss without drinking huge amounts of it each day, consider adding Slimirex™ to your diet.


About the Author
Dr. Edward F. Group III continues to develop, sell and evaluate exclusively high-end natural and organic healthcare products to support a wide range of health conditions. The products we promote are free of toxic tag-along herbicides, insecticides, pesticides, heavy metals, fumigants, irradiation, liver-toxic glues, binders, or gelatin capsules with animal-source risk and toxic preservatives.


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