A recent study showed that drinking 500 ml of water before breakfast reduced the number of calories consumed by 13%.
The water it is essential for physical health and well-being. However, most of us we forget to drink the right amount due to the intense rhythms of our daily life. Adequate hydration appears to help control body temperature, transport nutrients to body tissues, help eliminate metabolic byproducts, improve digestion, and maintain joint health. In addition to the above, adequate water consumption also helps in weight loss.
A recent study showed that drinking 500 ml of water before breakfast reduced the number of calories which were consumed by 13%. Also, it can especially help people who suffer from constipation. Many studies associate low water intake with a greater risk of constipation. Therefore, drinking more fluids can positively contribute to bowel motility. Finally, adequate water consumption enhances athletic ability, improves mood and relieves headaches.
What is a sufficient amount?
Eight glasses of water is considered the necessary amount of water for proper hydration. But it also depends on the needs, but also the activity level of each person, as well as factors such as the outside temperature (the more we sweat, the more water we lose). But women need approx 1.7 liters of water per day, while men need about 3.7 liters. So, the need arises to make water consumption one of our daily obligations.
How to drink water easily?
Easy tips to reach your daily water consumption goal on a daily basis:
1. Initially it would be good to set one daily fluid consumption goal. This goal should be realistic and based on your needs and of course can be increased each time you achieve the previous one.
2. There are now too many mobile apps, which you can download and their purpose is to remind you to drink water.
3. You can enrich your water with natural flavors, so that it becomes more attractive. You can cut slices of pineapple and watermelon or just add some berries, mint, mint, etc. Start your day by drinking a glass of water and drink another before you go to bed at night.
4. Never wait to be thirsty to drink water. Drink water throughout the day before you feel thirsty, as feeling thirsty indicates that your body is already slightly dehydrated.
5. You have always have a bottle of water with you e.g. in your bag, trying to drink as often as you can. Generally if you work in an office it would be good to place the water bottle in your field of vision so you can see it and remember to drink water.
6. Both caffeine and alcohol are diuretics, which means they cause dehydration. To stay hydrated, compensate with extra fluids. Accompany the coffee, but also the intermediate snacks with water.
7. If you exercise, be sure to consume sufficient amounts of water before, during and after the exercise.
8. Prefer foods rich in water. Water is the first and most obvious source of hydration, however there are also vegetables that are rich in water. Number one on her list is cucumber, which is high in B vitamins, nutrients and electrolytes. Another is celery, which is packed with vitamins, minerals and fiber, keeping skin glowing.
*The Dietitian-Nutritionist Clinic (BSc, MSc), Stavroula Herodotou for Must
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