"Drink Water"

kristineh86
kristineh86 Posts: 134
edited September 19 in Health and Weight Loss
I don't understand:

People on here post and say "oh I went overboard today and ate so much" or "I binged and ate mcdonalds." People respond by saying "thats okay, just drink water. Tomorrow is a new day."

I don't get that. What does drinking water do? I dont mean this to sound rude...I am just confused! If i overeat or eat 5 cookies, if I drink water, how does that help?

I post on here all the time about the benefits of water...but I still just don't get it! HAHA!

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  • kristineh86
    kristineh86 Posts: 134
    I don't understand:

    People on here post and say "oh I went overboard today and ate so much" or "I binged and ate mcdonalds." People respond by saying "thats okay, just drink water. Tomorrow is a new day."

    I don't get that. What does drinking water do? I dont mean this to sound rude...I am just confused! If i overeat or eat 5 cookies, if I drink water, how does that help?

    I post on here all the time about the benefits of water...but I still just don't get it! HAHA!
  • Zara11
    Zara11 Posts: 1,247 Member
    It fills you up so you don't eat even more. At least, that's what it does for me!
  • MyaPapaya75
    MyaPapaya75 Posts: 3,143 Member
    I don't understand:

    People on here post and say "oh I went overboard today and ate so much" or "I binged and ate mcdonalds." People respond by saying "thats okay, just drink water. Tomorrow is a new day."

    I don't get that. What does drinking water do? I dont mean this to sound rude...I am just confused! If i overeat or eat 5 cookies, if I drink water, how does that help?

    I post on here all the time about the benefits of water...but I still just don't get it! HAHA!

    I think its to help them feel better and rid themself of sodium and as a filler
  • Mattysmomma
    Mattysmomma Posts: 268
    1. Drinking water enhances fat loss
    Water is an essential nutrient. All chemical reactions in the body depend upon it. If you’re trying to lose weight, this can’t be ignored. You won’t be able to lose weight without water to flush out the by-products of fat breakdown. When there isn’t enough water to dilute the body’s waste products, kidney stones may form. When the kidneys aren’t working to their full potential, the liver must step in and help. Once this happens the liver can’t optimally perform its other important functions. As a result, burning fat has to wait.
    2. Combat ailments by drinking more water
    In many cases, fatigue, headaches and back pain may be caused by dehydration. If you suffer from an afternoon nod off, try drinking more water at lunch. If you or your children complain of frequent headaches, the amount of water you’re drinking could be responsible. And, muscle spasms are also caused by not being adequately hydrated.

    3. Drinking water can reduce hunger
    Experts say that hunger pangs are often misinterpreted cravings for water. Try drinking water before your regular meals and see if it helps you cut down on the amount of food you eat. It really works as an effective appetite suppressant. Avoid counting tea, coffee, sodas and juices in your fluid intake. Coffee and tea contain caffeine which has a diuretic effect and makes you lose water. Sodas and juices are too sweet—because the body must dilute them, they cause more dehydration.

    4. Look younger - drinking water hydrates your skin
    When the skin is properly hydrated, it looks plump and more radiant. Water will keep the toxins flushed out and help you to cool off through perspiration. Muscles need to have enough water to make them look full too. Deprive yourself of water and you’ll see the difference in the mirror


    Hope this helps!

    Michelle
  • 12by311
    12by311 Posts: 1,716 Member
    Kristine:

    I drink a bunch of water every day, but I do find myself trying to "cleanse" myself if I go out to eat at a restaurant, even if I stay within my calories because of the sodium and bloating that I may feel. I hate that feeling. That's just me personally.
  • Fitness_Chick
    Fitness_Chick Posts: 6,648 Member
    I don't understand:

    People on here post and say "oh I went overboard today and ate so much" or "I binged and ate mcdonalds." People respond by saying "thats okay, just drink water. Tomorrow is a new day."

    I don't get that. What does drinking water do? I dont mean this to sound rude...I am just confused! If i overeat or eat 5 cookies, if I drink water, how does that help?

    I post on here all the time about the benefits of water...but I still just don't get it! HAHA!

    I think its to help them feel better and rid themself of sodium and as a filler
    I agree, I think that's what they are going for when they say that.. but I do agree it sounds like 'Hey it's all gonna be ok, if you eat junk, just drink water, and start again tommorrow... hm, sounds more sorta more like a diet than a fitness healthy way of changing our lives.

    I do see that said soo much here:noway: ...that's why I find Michelle's Bring It! Thread so refreshing.:bigsmile:

    As someone has shared, water is important I'll be the first to say I agree, but I don't think it's a bandaid for overeating cookies or other junk.

    But then again, as always those are simply my thoughts on the matter:wink::flowerforyou:

    FC:heart:
  • kristineh86
    kristineh86 Posts: 134
    Thanks everyone!

    That makes more sense! I kind of forgot that water helps reduce sodium! OOPS! I knew that! Haha!

    P.S. FitnessChick...you seriously rock!!
  • Fitness_Chick
    Fitness_Chick Posts: 6,648 Member
    Thanks everyone!

    That makes more sense! I kind of forgot that water helps reduce sodium! OOPS! I knew that! Haha!

    P.S. FitnessChick...you seriously rock!!
    :wink: :flowerforyou: I think you're a pretty cool Chick yourself Kristine:tongue:
  • Mattysmomma
    Mattysmomma Posts: 268
    Thanks everyone!

    That makes more sense! I kind of forgot that water helps reduce sodium! OOPS! I knew that! Haha!

    P.S. FitnessChick...you seriously rock!!


    I totally agree fitnesschick does rock.
  • Fitness_Chick
    Fitness_Chick Posts: 6,648 Member
    Thanks everyone!

    That makes more sense! I kind of forgot that water helps reduce sodium! OOPS! I knew that! Haha!

    P.S. FitnessChick...you seriously rock!!


    I totally agree fitnesschick does rock.
    :tongue: ty You're a Sweetheart:flowerforyou:
  • mgullette
    mgullette Posts: 401 Member
    I don't understand:

    People on here post and say "oh I went overboard today and ate so much" or "I binged and ate mcdonalds." People respond by saying "thats okay, just drink water. Tomorrow is a new day."

    I don't get that. What does drinking water do? I dont mean this to sound rude...I am just confused! If i overeat or eat 5 cookies, if I drink water, how does that help?

    I post on here all the time about the benefits of water...but I still just don't get it! HAHA!

    I think its to help them feel better and rid themself of sodium and as a filler
    I agree, I think that's what they are going for when they say that.. but I do agree it sounds like 'Hey it's all gonna be ok, if you eat junk, just drink water, and start again tommorrow... hm, sounds more sorta more like a diet than a fitness healthy way of changing our lives.

    I do see that said soo much here:noway: ...that's why I find Michelle's Bring It! Thread so refreshing.:bigsmile:

    As someone has shared, water is important I'll be the first to say I agree, but I don't think it's a bandaid for overeating cookies or other junk.

    But then again, as always those are simply my thoughts on the matter:wink::flowerforyou:

    FC:heart:

    Ahh FitnessChick!

    Thanks for the shout out! My approach may not be everyone's cup of tea but I'm glad you like it!
  • Fitness_Chick
    Fitness_Chick Posts: 6,648 Member
    I don't understand:

    People on here post and say "oh I went overboard today and ate so much" or "I binged and ate mcdonalds." People respond by saying "thats okay, just drink water. Tomorrow is a new day."

    I don't get that. What does drinking water do? I dont mean this to sound rude...I am just confused! If i overeat or eat 5 cookies, if I drink water, how does that help?

    I post on here all the time about the benefits of water...but I still just don't get it! HAHA!

    I think its to help them feel better and rid themself of sodium and as a filler
    I agree, I think that's what they are going for when they say that.. but I do agree it sounds like 'Hey it's all gonna be ok, if you eat junk, just drink water, and start again tommorrow... hm, sounds more sorta more like a diet than a fitness healthy way of changing our lives.

    I do see that said soo much here:noway: ...that's why I find Michelle's Bring It! Thread so refreshing.:bigsmile:

    As someone has shared, water is important I'll be the first to say I agree, but I don't think it's a bandaid for overeating cookies or other junk.

    But then again, as always those are simply my thoughts on the matter:wink::flowerforyou:

    FC:heart:

    Ahh FitnessChick!

    Thanks for the shout out! My approach may not be everyone's cup of tea but I'm glad you like it!
    :wink: Ah...works for me!:drinker:
  • Mommy2Girls
    Mommy2Girls Posts: 100
    I don't understand:

    People on here post and say "oh I went overboard today and ate so much" or "I binged and ate mcdonalds." People respond by saying "thats okay, just drink water. Tomorrow is a new day."

    I don't get that. What does drinking water do? I dont mean this to sound rude...I am just confused! If i overeat or eat 5 cookies, if I drink water, how does that help?

    I post on here all the time about the benefits of water...but I still just don't get it! HAHA!

    It's to flush their system out and get rid of any toxins they took in while eating crappy foods and excess sodium. It may not prevent them from gaining weight from their binge, but it does help to get back on track.
  • 1Corinthians13
    1Corinthians13 Posts: 5,296 Member
    It helps me when I feel bloated. If I drink a lot of water, the next day, I've usually lost the weight I was retaining for whatever reason.

    As everyone else says, it helps to flush out your system.

    And all the other benefits - of hydrating your skin and hair and nails, and helping your organs and cells breathe and work properly.
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