If there were ever a magic potion for fat loss – it would be water. Our bodies are comprised of about 70% water.

1. 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, the key to fat metabolism. 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.
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. 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!

2. 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.

3. 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!