Important to drink water b/c?

Water weight is water that is being stored inside you body......it does not help you lose weight.

As a general rule the more carbs you eat the more water you body will store.

As for why water is important.....................the majority of your body is made of water.

It doesn't necessarily have to be 8 cups, but one should try to drink between half an ounce and an ounce of water for each pound they weigh, daily.

There are many reasons why it is important to drink water, especially if you are dieting:

Initial weight loss is largely due to loss of water, and you need to drink an adequate amount of water in order to avoid dehydration.
The process of burning calories requires an adequate supply of water in order to function efficiently; dehydration slows down the fat-burning process.
Burning calories creates toxins (think of the exhaust coming out of your car), and water plays a vital role in flushing them out of your body.
Dehydration causes a reduction in blood volume; a reduction in blood volume causes a reduction in the supply of oxygen to your muscles; and a reduction in the supply of oxygen to your muscles can make you feel tired.
Water helps maintain muscle tone by assisting muscles in their ability to contract, and it lubricates your joints. Proper hydration can help reduce muscle and joint soreness when exercising.
A healthy (weight loss) diet includes a good amount of fiber. But while fiber is normally helpful to your digestive system, without adequate fluids it can cause constipation instead of helping to eliminate it.
Drinking water with a meal may make you feel full sooner and therefore satisfied eating less. Note, however, that drinking water alone may not have this effect. In order to feel satiated (not hungry), our bodies need bulk, calories and nutrients.

When you feel thirsty, you are already dehydrated. Try to avoid this situation by drinking in advance. Be especially careful when participating in activities where you won't be able to stop to get caught up.

I firmly believe when you think you are hungry you are generally just thirsty. Try drinking water everytime you think you are hungry - 8-16 oz, then wait about 15 minutes, see if you are still hungry

That's very good advice! I'm going to start doing this, thanks!

I can be 500 calories under my average for the week but if I do not drink 70+ ounces a day, I will not lose anything.