How critical is water consumption? The body is comprised of ¾ water. It allows your body to run more fluently taking stress off of the heart and body’s functions such as joint mobility.
According to the American College of Sports Medicine, 96 ounces of water should adequately keep a typical person hydrated. For every 25 pounds of weight an individual is over their ideal body weight, they should drink an additional 8 ounces. Water should be increased even further due to hot weather or vigorous exercise as well.
As to why this amount of water is required for weight loss, water...
~Increases metabolic function
~Improves hormone function
~Decreases appetite
~Increases the use of fat for energy
~Improved liver function
~Decreases fluid retention
In short, without proper water consumption you will not lose Body Fat. Also know 2 out of every 3 Americans wake up dehydrated so start your day out right with a glass or two of tasty refreshment!
