Don’t write this off as false promise!

Staying well hydrated is actually key to the success of your weight loss goals.

Sometimes the most simple things are part of the most effective solutions - don’t you think?

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So, look. It might not sound like rocket science. You already know that drinking water and keeping optimally hydrated is good for your health. Your skin loves it, your digestive system loves it, and it’s just a generally important part of being a healthy human.

Plenty of scientific studies show that there is a clear link between dehydration and obesity. Conversely, those same studies show a positive correlation between drinking more water and increased weight loss.

But just how much and why is hydration so crucial to your metabolism and weight loss?

Two main reasons:

Drinking more water can help weight loss by reducing hunger and promoting the breakdown of fat.

One big way that hydration can help is it prevents your brain from thinking you want to eat something when actually you are just thirsty.

Being dehydrated can sometimes seem like hunger, which could potentially result in overeating, and not drinking enough water.

Making sure you are adequately hydrated can suppress your appetite, keep you full and make sure you eat less. This really works if you make sure you drink water before a meal. You will likely end up eating far less.

Another point worth mentioning is that staying hydrated with water, over other drinks such as sodas, sugar-laded juices, sports drinks, alcohol and coffee is far preferable. You will easily and naturally decrease your overall calorie intake if you stick to water.

I recently met a woman who had lost a ton of weight without barely changing her diet, she told me she simply removed sodas and alcohol from her life and upped her water intake.

How Much Water do you Need?

It’s hard to give an exact amount that will work for everyone out there. As a general rule you should aim for 1-2 liters a day which equals something between 35 to 67 ounces.

Remember you can also hydrate with water-rich fruits and vegetables such as watermelon, cucumber, and citrus fruits.

As a rule it’s important to get to know your body and your hydration needs. Obviously if you are working out for two hours in the heat, you’re going to need to up your hydration.

Signs of Dehydration

Check to see if you regularly have any of the following common signs if you’re unsure how hydrated you are:

Dark-colored urine

Constipation

Cramps

Dry mouth

Fatigue

Thirst

Brain fog

Headaches

Chronically dry skin

The Takeaway

Don’t expect that increasing your water intake will work an overnight miracle on your weight. It’s just one part of the larger puzzle when it comes to weight-loss. You also need to increase your physical activity and restrict certain calories from foods such as processed meats, pastries, sugary drinks, processed cheese etc.

But being dehydrated certainly is a big part of being healthy and having the right weight for your body type. The good news is that you can easily include more water first thing in the morning and throughout the day to start to see changes.

Try drinking up right before meals and observe how it curbs your appetite.