Hydration: The Ultimate Energy Drink

Do:

• Keep in mind that the usual recommendation is eight glasses per day of fluid.
• Set regular reminders to ensure we are hydrating our bodies.
• You can add slices of cucumber, lemon or orange to the glass of water, for extra flavor.

Without enough H2O, your metabolism can stall.

How about a tall, cool glass of water? Some studies show that it helps the body burn energy and fuels weight loss. At any temperature, water also helps you fill up, so you eat less.

Sip it throughout the day. You also ...

• Restrict your carbohydrates. Try to stay below 20g net carbs and below 35g total carbs per day.
• Restrict your protein intake. For weight loss, you want to eat between 0.6g and 0.8g protein per pound lean body mass....