I HATE water....help!

seearainbow

Hey everyone! As recently noticed by two MFP friends....I don't drink water. I mean I go days without having any water if I'm not actually paying attention to it. I drink other things like coffee, diet or full calorie soda, or alcoholic drinks. But unless I am really thinking about it, I just don't drink water because I hate it.

I have tried using those crystal light type things before but they give me bad heartburn it seems.

I do drink water if I'm exercising usually.

Anyone else like this? I'm so embarrassed but I have ALWAYS been like this.

Also...I'm sure it's wrong...but a long time ago I used to avoid drinking anything because I felt it stretched my stomach and make me hungrier. Stupid thinking, but I think that stays in the back of my head when I start drinking liquids is that it feels like my stomach is getting bigger.

HELP!

ldove

I'd suggest water with some lemon or another fruit in it. One of my friends hates water and only drinks crystal lite. Hope that helps!

Seajolly

Drinking water actually keeps water flushing out of your body. I'm sure you're retaining a lot of water if you don't drink water and only get your water through things like coffee and soda. You'd actually probably lose quite a bit of weight if you started drinking 8 cups of water per day!

Honestly, I don't understand how people can say they hate water. I think it's the most refreshing thing there is! Try your water with fresh squeezed lemon and/or lime for a little flavor. You may not like drinking water now, but I know you'll get used to it eventually. Just start forcing yourself.

crystaltrejo

have you tried the Mio's they are great!

BranMuffin21

The more you drink water, your natural thirt reflex will kick in. I know its a pain and I used to be the same. But after a week of forcing myself to drink 8 glasses water (not including any 'other bev'), I actually became thirty and would drink water without thinking of it. Find the temperature of how you like it and drink it that way. Hot, room temp, lukewarm, ice cold etc. Find and start that way.

ASturtevant79

wow I can't go without water. I'd be the first one in the desert to die because I seriously can't go even a couple of hours with out a bottle or 3 of water. Have you tried propel flavored water? My aunt hate water to but she'll drink that stuff like 's going out of style. Also water doesn't stretch your stomach out it just fills you up and once it pass on to your bladder that full feeling goes way. If you must drink coffee and soda make sure it's caffeine free. Caffeine is a diretic and can make you more dehydrated. Always drink some sort of hydrating beverage because they say people often mistake hunger for being thirsty. How about making your own juice that way it's not going to be full of extra additives.

apetranovich

have you tried the Mio's they are great!

I agree, I'm not much for flavored water or plain water, but Mio is good tasting:) I like the Fruit punch and the strawberry watermelon flavors. Plus you don't deal with the powder and shaking it up enough.

iheartralphie

try Mio r using 1/2 the crystal light it says to use... just enough to give the water some flavor. Your body will get used to it and begin to like water

jentidd

I do like water, but sometimes I struggle with drinking enough! I mean I have recently discovered that my body will not let weight go if I don't drink enough, motivation found! I make unsweetened tea (real tea bags, boiling water added to cold water) and sometimes add a little light lemonade to my glass, tastes great, and tea is good for you too, sometimes I mix a few green tea bags in there, for good measure, supposed to boost metabolism, worth a shot!
In the past I also added a couple of cranberry raspberry juice to a 14 oz glass of water...yum!
hope this helps you!

wnw64

I am ot big on water either unless I am very thirsty. Two things that make water a bit easier to drink are a touch of lemon/lime & having it very cold. Also, I absolutely dispise water that comes from my faucet; even if it is filtered, it still tastes lousy. We have very hard water where I live, so it always tastes "chalky". As such, I need to drink bottled water that is softened.

One more point on the lemon; rather than buying lemons/limes, you can purchase small packets of lemon/lime juice & they really do make the water more enjoyable to drink.

Jenscan

I hate to sound bad, but really this is one of those things you're going to have to choose to do. It's so much easier to lose weight with plenty of water in your system and it's much healthier for you. Just another habit to get into!

Associate it with a routine, possibly, to help. Get up in the morning, go in the kitchen, drink water. Cook a meal, drink water. Get home from the store, drink water. Etc.

Adding flavor definitely helps, too. Go for it, and it won't be a big deal 6 months from now.

KBrenOH

The more you drink water, your natural thirt reflex will kick in. I know its a pain and I used to be the same. But after a week of forcing myself to drink 8 glasses water (not including any 'other bev'), I actually became thirty and would drink water without thinking of it. Find the temperature of how you like it and drink it that way. Hot, room temp, lukewarm, ice cold etc. Find and start that way.

I've noticed that as well. I've always drank water, but now that I REALLY drink it, if I don't get at least 8 glasses of it a day, I can tells imply because I'm thirsty.


*edit to say:
Definitely try the Mi0. I love them and they come in quite a few different flavors. I just wish they weren't $3.99 a pop which for me is about once a week.

Asiral

I have the SAME issue. Its horrible!!! I have learned that I like fresh squeezed lemon in my water, I also use frozen raspberries and strawberries my water to keep it cool but also add a bit of flavor. Usually my water is room temp because I dont like it cold. But I cant stand the powders or other flavors that are made for water.

crazycat80

I also like the new Crystal Light with Stevia because I don't get the aftertaste and burps the other gives me.

beverlyl64

Try adding lemon, lime or orange slices to your water, it adds a light fruity taste. You can also puree strawberries, watermelon or other fruits and freeze them in ice cube trays then drop them in your water. Hope this helps.

suzooz

Me, too! I hated water and am a coffee & Diet Coke addict.

The only way that I have been able to drink water is the Mionet and / or Crystal Lite things.

I hit a plateau a while back, and started to drink more water (cheating with Crystal Lite, but hey -- it's water) . Guess what? I dropped 2 pounds that week.

I still have coffee & Diet Coke, but I do try to fit more water into my diet. It really does help!

MrsFarrow

Honestly, I NEVER used to drink water. I'd drink diet sodas, juice, diet teas and gatorade...never water. Then I realized it was a great, free way to help me lose weight. And you know? I wanted it too bad. I got over my apprehension and now I drink 8-10 glasses a day typically.

My husband had the same issue. Hated it. He started by adding Mio and other 0 calorie additives to it, now he drinks water alone all the time.

You just have to want it. It's like anything. You have to want to make yourself healthier. And honestly, never drinking water? Not super healthy Hopefully you'll find something that works for you so you can get on it!!! Best of luck!

hyde1977

The more you drink water, your natural thirt reflex will kick in. I know its a pain and I used to be the same. But after a week of forcing myself to drink 8 glasses water (not including any 'other bev'), I actually became thirty and would drink water without thinking of it. Find the temperature of how you like it and drink it that way. Hot, room temp, lukewarm, ice cold etc. Find and start that way.

I agree...try it at different temp's.....it looks like you want to lose a fair amount of weight....and one way to get there is by increasing your water...I use to not mind it and I would force myself to drink it, but now I find I choose it with my meals and over pop...I LOVE MY DIET COKE.....and will never give it up but water is needed in your body!!!!!

50% of you body should be water....that means you might need more then 8 cups a day
Take your weight/2 that gives you how many ozs you need....take that number and divide by 8...that tells you how many cups your body needs....

You will see great results with water added to your day....

denverdeb1

My daughter hates water too but she will drink Propel. Try those or put lemon in your water. I love water but it was an acquired taste. I just forced myself and now I love water and drink about 10-15 glasses a day!

MrsFarrow

Also, you may feel like it's stretching your stomach out...and that's fine. I use it to keep me from over eating. I'll drink a 16.9 oz bottle before most of my meals, and it keeps my hunger and calorie count under control. You just have to want it, period. Again...good luck!!!

cindy_leonard

I think you can count things like coffee and tea for your water intake per day, but be careful of consuming too much caffeine in the process. Caf in the morning, but switch to decaf after Noon.

I hated water until I started buying spring water at the grocery store. Turns out that our tap water is pretty disgusting and didn't realize it until I tried something pure.

I have a friend who has lost over 100 lbs on Weight Watchers and she drinks Vitamin Water exclusively, so you might try that.

Diet soda is crap and you should really stay away from it. http://www.fitday.com/fitness-articles/nutrition/healthy-eating/5-reasons-aspartame-is-bad-for-you.html

ladybugz_247

I never drank pure water either, always juices and stuff until I was in extreme pain and found out I was in the process of passing a kidney stone ( I never even knew I had one) it was so painful and ever since then I bought a water bottle that holds 3 cups of water at a time.. I make sure I drink 3 of those throughout the day and guess what I am starting to like water now.. anyway you need to drink it please don't wait till your kidneys act up like mine did. Luckily my CT came up clean and didn't show any other stones.. I feel the difference, I don't feel tired all the time, don't get those nagging headaches and love that my pee is clear hahaha (TMI)

mrjosiahguy

I keep a 1 gallon jug of water at my desk and refill it each morning. Between filling up my protein shake and pre workout drinks I seem to finish it by the end of each day. Plus this really helps me stay away from diet coke! Works for me.

cindy_leonard

One more quick tip that might help once you've found a water (or similar product) that you like. I keep my water at room temperature unless I've just come from outside and want a cold drink. You don't feel it going down your pipe at much when at room temp, and especially in cold weather, that can make it easier to swallow.

jenmac82005

a bunch of my co workers and I have been adding propel packets to water bottles. I love it, I actually crave the flavors..very refreshing! And they are not so sweet as juices , soda's. The citrus punch is the only flavor I don't like. My favorite flavors are kiwi strawberry, berry, lemon. They even have ones that have zero calories! These ones do seem to take a bit more shaking to dissolve. but the ones that have calories (propel is 20 calories per full bottle worth) dissolve super fast. Propel of any kind has no color to it, just a very slight cloudyish look to it! My best friend is like you, hates water, and she will drink water with propel in it! try it!

MegRuthie

I don't know if this is bad advice (so if someone knows, please correct me)

I used to hate drinking water and would only drink it if I was extremely hot. I tried crystal lite and did really like those. But now, I drink water usually only with my workout and for the rest of the day, either SOBE Lifewater (the zero cal ones) or other zero calorie "vitamin water" beverages. They got me out of my diet soda habit and got me closer to liking water. They are similar to gatorade but with more interesting flavors. Now water doesn't seem like too far of a leap from what I'm already drinking, so it isn't as bad. I can only really enjoy water if it is ICE COLD. Lemon gets to be boring for me...try things like cucumber or different fruits to make water interesting.

Bendy straws & tiny umbrellas can make it fun too

Start with a glass a day and ease your way into a healthier daily ratio of diet soda to water.

sunnyday789

Please see the attached link from Scientific American (which I think is quite reliable source). Our bodies are fully capable of getting fluid from foods including fruits and vegetables and coffee and colas despite the diuretic effect. If you're thirsty drink; which is why you drink H20 when you exercise. The body has amazing mechanisms to maintain proper fluid balance.For me, I have tried the 8 cups per day but got tired of running to the bathroom. However, I know for some that drinking water does help curb cravings and helps with satiation, so if t works for you that's great.

http://www.scientificamerican.com/article.cfm?id=eight-glasses-water-per-day#
Hope this helps!

sexybody2012

SPA WATER: CUCUMBER SLICES AND LEMON KEEP TRYING DIFFERENT THINGS LIKE ICE CUBES OF FROZEN FRUITS IN PLAIN WATER.. BUY THE CUTEST 32 ounce jug you can find and drink twice..

MrsFarrow

One more quick tip that might help once you've found a water (or similar product) that you like. I keep my water at room temperature unless I've just come from outside and want a cold drink. You don't feel it going down your pipe at much when at room temp, and especially in cold weather, that can make it easier to swallow.

Omg me too. Cold water just doesn't sit well with me!! My husband calls me an old lady because I drink almost everything at room temp!!

spifferbella

i do not like the taste of tap water; i drink poland spring or disani.... i hate nestle water ugh. Not all water taste the same so try different companies. also different temps i like room temp water over cold. then there is sparkaling flavored water... i love thoes.

seearainbow

Thanks everyone for all of the advice!

And for the tough love. You're right....how much do I really WANT this? It's just like adding exercise or eating fewer calories...it's a choice I need to make.

I really do appreciate the tips and will have to look for this mio stuff you guys keep talking about!