Stupid question

AngelUK1985
AngelUK1985 Posts: 84 Member
edited September 24 in Health and Weight Loss
This might seem a silly question but i hardly ever drink anything during the day my body just doesnt feel thirsty that often but i am going to try and drink more but im just a bit worried because my body isnt used to it will it actually make me gain weight?

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  • JaredTheGeek
    JaredTheGeek Posts: 26 Member
    Water weight but not the bad weight. When you say weight I assume you really mean fat. Drinking enough water is important to your body and "weight" loss and should not be overlooked. If you drink really cold water you will burn a few extra calories as your body warms it up.
  • bworley74
    bworley74 Posts: 1
    I actually started drinking water yesterday... making sure that I have 6-8 8oz glasses and I have noticed a large decrease in my water weight! I am really surprised. I had the same fear. Truth is, I feel much better. And, yes, it is very important! I would recommend, however, sodium control unless you have a health issue that warrants the sodium intake.
  • MisdemeanorM
    MisdemeanorM Posts: 3,493 Member
    It might make a short-lived small gain, but don't worry about it, the #s on the scale can't alone give you the whole picture. You might notice a drop too though since water flushes out sodium, which causes water retention. Long run it will help you lose weight.

    Also, until your body figures it out, you might have to pee a ton. :smile:
  • That_Girl
    That_Girl Posts: 1,324 Member
    Water flushes out the salt in your body (and other things). It allows your blood to flow better, and helps your liver/kidney function!

    It won't make you gain weight.
  • frenchprairiegirl
    frenchprairiegirl Posts: 173 Member
    Without adequate water, your muscles and tissue have a hard time recovering after exercise. You also need water to flush out all of the toxins from your body be stay healthy.
    Don't ever skip the H2O!
  • chickybabe05
    chickybabe05 Posts: 48
    It might make a short-lived small gain, but don't worry about it, the #s on the scale can't alone give you the whole picture.

    Also, until your body figures it out, you might have to pee a ton. :smile:

    LOL yea you will make many toilet trips to begin with but as you adjust it does get better fortunately
  • elainegsd
    elainegsd Posts: 459 Member
    You aren't thirsty because your body has become accustomed to being dehydrated. As you start drinking and become more hydrated, this extra water in your body will show up on the scale, but ignore the number on the scale for a little while. Drinking water will help you lose weight in the long run, and you will start being thirsty again once your body gets used to more water going in.
  • cc_campbell81
    cc_campbell81 Posts: 622
    Drinking lots of water also helps flush out toxins and bad stuff in your system. I've also been told it can help lessen sore muscles.
  • AngelUK1985
    AngelUK1985 Posts: 84 Member
    thanks everyone :) i'll try and drink more its going to be hard though
  • elainegsd
    elainegsd Posts: 459 Member
    It absolutely IS hard at first. It does get easier, though.
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