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How thirsty are you, anyway?

Don’t get us wrong: we are huge advocates for drinking lots and lots of water.

Just… not to replace food. Water, asalmighty as it is,simply can’t do that. Here’s why:

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Myth #5 of 5: Filling Up on Water Curbs Hunger

It’saWeight Loss Myth that you can replacehunger with water.One of the oldest diet falsehoods in the book isthat drinking water, particularly ice water, helpscurb hunger and melt fat away.

Let’s be clear: drinking water does not dissolve fat. And drinking ice water does not burn calories.

In fact, chugging a bunch of liquid just before meals

  • inhibits your ability to digest food properly, because it dilutes stomach acid, which is essential todigestion. We recommend drinking less water with meals, for this reason.

The bottom line:chugging water won’t make you lose weight. It might make you bloated and give you indigestion, though. It’simportant to stay hydrated—but at the right time.

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What’s a better routine than chugging water with meals?

  • Always hydrate in-between meals—and hydrate well
  • Be mindful: focus on chewing your food and slowing down when you eat
  • Eat until you are 80% full, not stuffed

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