{"id":1209,"date":"2011-04-29T20:46:31","date_gmt":"2011-04-29T20:46:31","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/skinnygeneproject.dreamhosters.com\/?p=1209"},"modified":"2011-04-29T20:46:31","modified_gmt":"2011-04-29T20:46:31","slug":"boost-your-metabolism-series-water","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.skinnygeneproject.org\/boost-your-metabolism-series-water\/","title":{"rendered":"Boost Your Metabolism Series- Water"},"content":{"rendered":"

We are providing a 10-part series on our TOP 10 FOODS TO BOOST YOUR METABOLISM.\u00a0 This is the\u00a02nd post. To learn more about the Boost Your Metabolism series, please click here<\/a>!<\/p>\n

BOOST YOUR METABOLISM<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The secret to boosting your metabolism is\u00a0FEEDING your body what it needs.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

You must eat the right foods, in the right quantities, to\u00a0get your metabolism working for\u00a0you, rather than against you. The amount of water, fat, fiber, protein, carbohydrates, sodium, cholesterol, EFAs (Essential Fatty Acids), and vitamins & minerals<\/span> you consume on a daily basis will either\u00a0increase your metabolism or\u00a0your waistline.<\/p>\n

The second one in our TOP 10 FAVORITE FOODS TO BOOST YOUR METABOLISM\u00a0is WATER<\/strong><\/span>!\u00a0\"\"<\/a><\/p>\n

What if the secret to weight loss and increasing your metabolism is as simple as drinking water?<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n

Yes it\u2019s true; research from Virginia Tech by Dr. Brenda Davy found that being only 1% dehydrated will significantly decrease your metabolic rate.\u00a0\u00a0 On the other hand,\u00a0staying hydrated\u00a0will help you to eat less calories and lose weight.<\/p>\n

Water also keeps your kidneys cleansed and your joints lubricated. It flushes toxins from your system and keeps your skin healthy and looking good.<\/p>\n

WATER<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n

To put it all in perspective, our bodies are 60% water. We lose approximately 9-10 cups of water daily (and even more if you exercise or are in hot weather), therefore it is essential for you to drink enough water to make up for what you lose to prevent slowing down your metabolism.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

An added bonus is that water is filling. \u00a0Dr. Davy’s research found that drinking 2 cups of water before meals helps reduce your calorie intake, which will result in weight loss.<\/p>\n

\u00a0How\u00a0 can water help optimize your metabolism? <\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n

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1.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Drink the right amount<\/strong><\/p>\n

The American Dietetic Association recommends drinking 9 cups (8 oz each) of\u00a0water per day for women and 13 cups of water per day for men.<\/p>\n

Another rule of thumb is to take your weight in pounds, and divide it\u00a0in half to calculate your water intake goal.\u00a0 For example, if you weigh 150 pounds, you require ~75 fluid ounces of\u00a0water per day.<\/p>\n

2.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Listen to your body<\/strong><\/p>\n

Pay attention to the warning signs of dehydration.\u00a0<\/p>\n

When using the bathroom, check the color of your urine. The pale or clear color indicates good hydration, where as a darker yellow color indicates dehydration.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Constipation may also be a result of dehydration.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Lastly, thirst is a late indicator of dehydration, so be sure to drink before you are thirsty.<\/p>\n

Tips to Maximize Your Water Intake<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n