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7 Jan 2012

Refresh your New Year’s resolution by drinking more water

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January 7, 2012 Category: Health Posted by:

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We’re told that drinking water is good for our health. But do we really know why? To get the new year off to a healthy start, here are four reasons why staying hydrated can help you reach your health and lifestyle goals.

 

Good hydration is as important as good nutrition

 

Did you know that about 30 percent of your water intake comes from food? Most diets limit your caloric intake, so remember to drink plenty of water when you are trying to lose weight.

 

Fitness experts have long known the benefits of water and strongly encourage their clients to drink up. “I recommend my clients always carry water with them,” says “The Biggest Loser” trainer Dolvett Quince. “It keeps you hydrated and helps flush your body of excess waste.”

 

Stay hydrated and feel alert

 

According to Nutrition Today, dehydration impairs cognitive function and mood in most adults at some point throughout their weekly activities. If your goal this year is to tackle those lingering chores around the house, drinking more water can help you feel more energized.

 

Swap out sugar

 

Substituting water for soft drinks is a simple way to cut back on your calories. There are approximately 10 packets of sugar in a 12-ounce can of soda – drinking water instead of sugary drinks could reduce your caloric intake and help you maintain a healthy weight.

 

Flavor matters

 

When water tastes better, you drink more of it. Reusable bottles with built-in filters like the Brita Bottle filtration system makes tap water taste better and allows you to conveniently hydrate on the go.

 

Looking for inspiration on your journey toward better hydration? Try joining a program like the Brita Challenge, which encourages you to drink eight to 10 glasses of water per day, including one before each meal, for four weeks. Participants can also access interactive tools, tips and tricks for drinking more water from NBC’s “The Biggest Loser” trainers.

 

“My experience with the Brita Challenge has been amazing,” says “The Biggest Loser” Season 5 Contestant Bernie Salazar. “By drinking more water, I’ve been able to curb my appetite, help clear up my complexion and I feel more balanced inside and out.”

 

From cutting calories to feeling more alert, simply increasing your water intake can help set you on the right course for healthy living in the new year.

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