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Day 6 - Are fluids important?
Day 6 - Hydration
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You can’t survive without water. It makes up nearly two-thirds of your body and is essential for you to function properly. Water has a wide range of benefits for your body – everything from removing waste products in urine to lubricating your joints. It can even make your skin look good.
How much should I drink?
Most people need about 2 litres of fluid a day, which is about 10 (200ml) glasses per day.
The exact amount of fluid you personally need can depend on things like your age, physical activity levels, climate and health. Water is needed for every type of cellular process in your body, and when you're dehydrated, they all run less efficiently. Think of it like your car: if you have the correct fuel and water, it will run more efficiently. It’s the same with your body. Your metabolism is basically a series of chemical reactions that take place in your body,” “Staying hydrated keeps those chemical reactions moving smoothly.
Hungry or Thirsty? How Water Helps a Diet
It’s also very difficult for the body to tell the difference between hunger and thirst. So if you’re walking around feeling a gnawing sense of hunger, you might just be dehydrated. Try drinking a glass of water instead of grabbing a snack. A few tips to ensure you have plenty of fluids daily.
- Keep a sports bottle of water with you so you can measure how much water you drink in a day.
- Develop a habit of drinking at least 1-2 litres of water at the gym when you train.
- Drink a glass of water before you eat, this may also help you eat less.
- Add fresh slice of cucumber, lemon, lime or ginger to water to add natural flavour.
If you've had weight loss surgery you can drink fluids before a meal but then wait 30 minutes after you've eaten to drink again.
Stay hydrated folks over the festive season!
The Dietologist
