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Have you ever been dehydrated? If so, then you know it doesn’t feel so nice!
Below are symptoms of dehydration and how they may stop you from losing weight.
* Poor concentration, cloudy thinking, irritability, headache – under these conditions you are more likely to make hasty food decisions and select items that are less nutritious.
* Constipation and bloating – feeling uncomfortable physically can lead us to want comfort foods (typically high calorie) to soothe as well as keep us from being active.
* Dry mouth – may increase your desire to eat even when not hungry, therefore getting unnecessary calories.
* Fatigue – you’re less likely to put energy into food preparation and cooking healthy meals!
* Weakness, muscle cramps, decreased muscle strength and endurance – these will significantly impair your exercise efforts and result in you getting less out of your workouts.
Here’s the solution to getting proper hydration that will lead you to successful weight loss.
* Drink 8-10 cups fluids per day – preferably water! Remember that sports drinks were designed to be used when exercising more than 1 hour. Avoid drinking them throughout the day otherwise you’ll be getting extra calories! Stay tuned for more tips on which beverages to drink and which to cut back on – coming up in our next newsletter.
* Drink before your thirst kicks in – waiting until you are thirsty to drink means you are already dehydrated.
* Curb you appetite – drink fluids throughout the day and with meals to help control appetite.
You’ll know when you’re well hydrated when your urine color is pale to very clear.
Here are a few things to keep in mind. Fluid needs increase at higher altitudes, in warm or hot climates, for those who sweat easily, and with increased length and intensity of exercise. Under these circumstances you may need more than 8-10 cups of fluids per day.
Our hottest months are coming up soon. Keep your weight loss going throughout the summer by getting a good hydration routine down now!
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