There are a lot of different ideas on how much water our children and we should be drinking per day. Some say eight glasses of 8 ounces per day, some say more, some say less. What’s the answer, and how does this even relate to weight loss? As everyone is a different shape and size, it makes sense that everyone has a different number of cells that need hydrating. So, the higher one’s weight, the more cells they have that need hydrating, and the more water they need to consume. The truth is, even if a professional calculated the exact amount out for someone, it can change on a daily basis based on physical activity and the temperature outside. If you’re trying to shed a few pounds, this need increases even further. Want to burn a few more calories? Drink cold water. You will burn about 20 more calories for each liter you drink. 2 liters (about 70 ounces) then is an extra 40 calories. Over the year, that’s an extra 4 pounds less just from drinking that water cold. So, keep working on trimming down that waistline and treat your body to some nice cold refreshing water. For more tips on how you can improve your health or shed some unwanted weight, call Lexington’s only board certified bariatricians (non surgical weight loss) at Medical Bariatrics of Lexington. (859) 263-SLIM (7546) or visit us online at www.lexingtonkyweightloss.com.
