Water Check

mommyhof3

I have just finished 60 oz of water. One more 20oz bottle to go for me. Who else got their water in today? :drinker:

aippolito1

I'm at 120 oz. and am still goin'!!!

xTattooedDollx

I still have a bit to go, but its early. And it doesn't help that I just spilled a 24 ouncer all over my desk *sigh*

manderpander22

72 oz in...plus two protein shakes, 8 oz Crystal Light and a soda. Probably hit up another 16 oz of water tonight. I've been in the bathroom all day

TnTHawkins

So far 100 oz and should be at around 140 oz by the end of tonight if I exercise.

Killeen_bride2be

I know this is probably a stupid question but other then saying hydrated, why do you have to drink 8 glasses a day?

dj_stevie_c

I end up drinking quite a lot of fluids.

At the moment I'm getting a 1.5ltr of bottled water on the way to work, drinking it, and then having a couple of 500ml glasses of water on top of that.

Killeen I think the reason is we process (sweat out, lose through going to the toilet) per day so it needs replacing.

crystal_sapphire

I drink a lot of water. I'm "officially" done, but I still have an 8 hour shift to get through that's physical, so I know I'll end up drinking more. I just love water.

BrandyHuff

I've had 88 ounces so far and probably will have another 32. I try to drink around 14 cups a day.

NotLuigiTM

I'm at 120 oz. and am still goin'!!!

We are suggested 8 8oz glasses or 64 oz a day and you are drinking double. That is great cause in exercise you need more water but be careful of over hydrating yourself because H2O can hurt if you take in too much. Also, I have heard (and forgive me if this is wrong because I am a man) but during the "visit" each month a woman can get bloated and store the water weight so you should cut back a little. Just be careful to not over do it with the water and hurt yourself.

hill242

I know this is probably a stupid question but other then saying hydrated, why do you have to drink 8 glasses a day?

You don't.

http://www.snopes.com/medical/myths/8glasses.asp

HealthyChanges2010

I still have a bit to go, but its early. And it doesn't help that I just spilled a 24 ouncer all over my desk *sigh*

That doesn't count?:laugh: :ohwell:

HealthyChanges2010

I know this is probably a stupid question but other then saying hydrated, why do you have to drink 8 glasses a day?

You don't.

http://www.snopes.com/medical/myths/8glasses.asp

ah staying hydrated is pretty IMPORTANT to sustaining life, I recommend it, life, sustaining it AND getting water in daily!

You can go a very long time with no food, only a few days with no water, then you drop dead, but I don't think it's a quick. I say go for the water everyday and stay healthy!:drinker:

hill242

I didn't say don't drink water -- I drink water every day (and rarely anything but water). But to command people to drink X amount of water a day "or else" is misleading and unfounded in any scientific research.

mommyhof3

I know this is probably a stupid question but other then saying hydrated, why do you have to drink 8 glasses a day?

You don't.

http://www.snopes.com/medical/myths/8glasses.asp

Drinking Water and Weight Loss

by Maia Appleby

Don’t roll your eyes! The potion for losing that excess body fat is all around you. It covers two thirds of the planet. If you eat right and exercise at the intensity, frequency and duration proper for you, but still can’t get rid of a little paunch here and there, you’re probably just not drinking enough water.
No need to get defensive. You’re actually quite normal. Most people don’t drink enough water. Most people are also carrying around a few more pounds than they would be if they did drink enough water. If you can’t seem to get that weight off, try drowning your sorrows in nature’s magical weight-loss mineral. It works, and here’s why:

“What on Earth is 'metabolism', anyway?” People use the term all the time, but ask them what it means and you’ll get all kinds of answers. Merriam Webster defines it as, “The process by which a substance is handled in the body.” A little vague, but that’s really all it means.

There are many forms of metabolism going on in your body right now, but the one everyone is talking about it the metabolism of fat. This is actually something that the liver does when it converts stored fat to energy. The liver has other functions, but this is one of its main jobs.
Unfortunately, another of the liver’s duties is to pick up the slack for the kidneys, which need plenty of water to work properly. If the kidneys are water-deprived, the liver has to do their work along with its own, lowering its total productivity. It then can’t metabolize fat as quickly or efficiently as it could when the kidneys were pulling their own weight. If you allow this to happen, not only are you being unfair to your liver, but you’re also setting yourself up to store fat.
“I’ve tried it and I couldn’t stand it!” The problem is that, though many decide to increase their water intake, very few stick with it. It’s understandable. During the first few days of drinking more water than your body is accustomed to, you’re running to the bathroom constantly. This can be very discouraging, and it can certainly interfere with an otherwise normal day at work. It seems that the water is coming out just as fast as it’s going in, and many people decide that their new hydration habit is fruitless.
Do take heed , though. What is really happening is that your body is flushing itself of the water it has been storing throughout all those years of “survival mode”. It takes a while, but this is a beautiful thing happening to you. As you continue to give your body all the water it could ask for, it gets rid of what it doesn’t need. It gets rid of the water it was holding onto in your ankles and your hips and thighs, maybe even around your belly. You are excreting much more than you realize. Your body figures it doesn’t need to save these stores anymore; it’s trusting that the water will keep coming, and if it does, eventually, the flushing (of both the body and the potty) will cease, allowing the human to return to a normal life. It’s true. This is called the “breakthrough point.”

One recent finding, as irresponsible as it may be, that caffeine increases the body’s fat-burning potential has many people loading up on coffee before going to the gym. This finding may hold some degree of truth in it, but caffeine is, in essence, a diuretic, and diuretics dehydrate. Caffeine may increase the heart rate, causing a few more calories to be burned, but this is at the expense of the muscles, which need water to function properly. This isn’t doing your heart any favors, either. It’s already working hard enough during your workout. Never mix caffeine and exercise. In fact, your best bet is to stay away from caffeine all together. It’s a big bully that pushes your friend water out of your system.

Water is the best beauty treatment. You’ve heard this since high school, and it’s true. Water will do wonders for your looks! It flushes out impurities in your skin, leaving you with a clear, glowing complexion. It also makes your skin look younger. Skin that is becoming saggy, either due to aging or weight loss, plumps up very nicely when the skin cells are hydrated.

In addition, it improves muscle tone. You can lift weights until you’re blue in the face, but if your muscles are suffering from a drought, you won’t notice a pleasant difference in your appearance. Muscles that have all the water they need contract more easily, making your workout more effective, and you’ll look much nicer than if you had flabby muscles under sagging skin.

“Eight glasses a day? Are you kidding?!” It’s really not that much. Eight 8-ounce glasses amount to about two quarts of water. This is okay for the average person, but if you’re overweight, you should drink another eight ounces for every 25 pounds of excess weight you carry. You should also up this if you live in a hot climate or exercise very intensely.

This water consumption should be spread out throughout the day. It’s not healthy at all to drink too much water at one time. Try to pick three or four times a day when you can have a big glass of water, and then sip in between. Don’t let yourself get thirsty. If you feel thirsty, you’re already becoming dehydrated. Drink when you’re not thirsty yet.

Do you think water is yucky? Drinking other fluids will certainly help hydrate your body, but the extra calories, sugar, additives and whatever else aren’t what you need. Try a slice of lemon or lime in the glass, or if you really think you hate water, try a flavored water. Just make sure you read the labels. Remember that you’re going to be consuming a lot of this fluid.

It’s probably a good idea to stop drinking water a good three hours before you go to bed. You know why.

“How cold should it be?” This is debatable. Most experts lean toward cold water, because the stomach absorbs it more quickly. There is also some evidence that cold water might enhance fat burning.
On the other hand, warmer water is easier to drink in large quantities, and you might drink more of it without even realizing it. Do whatever suits you, here. Just drink it!

When you drink all the water you need, you will very quickly notice a decrease in your appetite, possibly even on the first day! If you're serious about becoming leaner and healthier, drinking water is an absolute must. If you're doing everything else right and still not seeing results, this might just be what's missing.

mommyhof3

And another one:

Weight Loss Benefits of Drinking Water

Drinking water and losing weight!

"Drink 8 glasses of water each day" is what we hear all the time but what weight loss benefits do we get from drinking water?
All functions within the body require the presence of water. A well hydrated body enables these functions to occur quickly and efficiently. All chemical processes involve energy metabolism and drinking plenty of water will make us feel more energetic and boost our metabolic rate.



Water makes your metabolism burn calories 3% faster.

Drinking water is important if you're trying to lose weight, some studies have shown that thirst and hunger sensations are triggered together. If there is a slight dehydration the thirst mechanism may be mistaken for hunger and one may eat when the body is actually craving fluid. As most food contains some water, if one doesn't drink much they may be subconsciously driven to eat more to gain the necessary water supply however, you also gain the undesired effects of increased calorie consumption. Drinking more water can help to prevent overeating and benefit weight loss.
Importance of drinking water in the modern diet
So many new food product created today not only contain high amounts of energy from added sugar and fats, they also contain very little water. Foods today need to be stored for longer periods and foods with a high water content tend to spoil much faster, think about milk, yogurt, eggs, fruits and vegetables. It may be great to think that we can stock our cupboards full of all these tasty foods that last for months, trouble is, it means less water consumption from foods.
If a weight loss diet doesn't allow much food or if food consumption is mainly in the form of processed, TV dinners it may be necessary to drink even more water to help stop strong cravings for food.




How Much do I need to drink to benefit losing weight?
For the average person experts suggest getting at least 64 ounces of water daily or eight 8-ounce glasses. If you are on a diet to lose weight it is more important to consume more and keep drinking water throughout the day, unless you have any medical condition that doesn't allow much water intake. A good guide for daily intake is to drink 1 ounce of water for every 2 pounds of body weight. A 200 pound person should be drinking around 100 ounces (12.5 cups) of water in order the gain the benefits of increased energy and metabolism.

If exercising is part of a weight loss program a bit more water should be included to account for water loss from sweating. Drinking water before, during and after exercise will keep energy levels high and help recovery after training.

Many people don't like drinking pure water. Gaining water from eating fruit high in water content is a great way to boost water consumption without drinking it directly. Fruit will also help fill up the stomach with low calories and gain tons of vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients to increase vitality. In fact, any food with high water content can boost water consumption, most foods high in water are naturally occurring, healthy foods, another reason to eat a healthy diet!
Try adding flavors to your water for a better tasting beverage!

Water Tip:
On feeling hungry
drink some water
15 minutes before
eating!

Health benefits of drinking water
regulate appetite
increase metabolism
boost energy levels
less water retention
alleviate some headaches
help reduce blood pressure
help reduce high cholesterol
ease joint pain
decrease in risk of some cancers
less chance developing kidney stones
release toxic waste products
improves skin

Cautions to consider

People with kidney problems or other conditions were fluid intake needs to be limited should follow their doctor’s recommendations with correct sodium intake. One potential but rare side effect of fluid intake can be hypoatremia in which electrolytes become imbalanced. Always seek advice from your doctor before trying any new diet or changing eating / drinking habits!

hill242

I've seen studies that show caffeine is actually a perfectly acceptable mild stimulant for exercise. I've not seen any studies that show drinking X amount of water is required for normal body functions. If anyone has a study that shows otherwise, please post it here.

I am not trying to argue with anyone, I am just passing along facts. I would never tell anyone to stop drinking water unless I really felt they were endangering themselves. I just want people to think and question "health tips", especially since I see people worrying about how they are going to drink so much water every day. Well, if you don't need to, then that's one less thing we have to clutter our mind with and focus on what's most important for our health.

mommyhof3

I've seen studies that show caffeine is actually a perfectly acceptable mild stimulant for exercise. I've not seen any studies that show drinking X amount of water is required for normal body functions. If anyone has a study that shows otherwise, please post it here.

I am not trying to argue with anyone, I am just passing along facts. I would never tell anyone to stop drinking water unless I really felt they were endangering themselves. I just want people to think and question "health tips", especially since I see people worrying about how they are going to drink so much water every day. Well, if you don't need to, then that's one less thing we have to clutter our mind with and focus on what's most important for our health.

Are you kidding? Ask your doctor the next time you see them, or the health nurse, or even research it online. Our body is made up of about 70% water. Not sure of the actual percentage. Everywhere you read and look about water and our body says we NEED water. If you pee in the toilet and it is yellow then you are dehydrated. There is a reason water is pushed. Before you speak of it not required in daily functions or even weight loss maybe you need to use Google. It does not have to be plain water but decaffenated fluids. Water is just better because it has no calories and additives. I may sound cranky on this topic but nobody needs to be steered in the wrong direction and think water is not needed.

thumper44

I've seen studies that show caffeine is actually a perfectly acceptable mild stimulant for exercise. I've not seen any studies that show drinking X amount of water is required for normal body functions. If anyone has a study that shows otherwise, please post it here.

I am not trying to argue with anyone, I am just passing along facts. I would never tell anyone to stop drinking water unless I really felt they were endangering themselves. I just want people to think and question "health tips", especially since I see people worrying about how they are going to drink so much water every day. Well, if you don't need to, then that's one less thing we have to clutter our mind with and focus on what's most important for our health.

What does caffeine have to do with drinking water?

Back to topic.
I just started work and drank about 4 today........ :drinker: :drinker: Make that 6 glasses got another 8-10 glasses to go.

hill242

Someone posted an article that mentioned caffeine (coffee) should be avoided before exercising. Sorry, didn't quote the specific sentences.

kalebsmama07

i will by tonite finshing with 10 glasses of water! thats about half my body weight!