Take a hard gander at this question which will reveal a lot about your diet needs: How much water do I incorporate into my diet each day? Exclude all beverages - everything (tea, coffee, sodas, juices, milk, alcohol) except plain, clear, sparkling water. If you are like a lot of people, your answer is 'zero glasses per day'. Most people simply prefer to have their beverage dressed up. Here are just a few really swell things about water that might encourage you to 'drink up'! - water is very filling and can sometimes wipe out hunger pains - water to the kidneys is like a soothing crème to dry, cracked skin - water enhances the look of your skin and nails, and may aid those experiencing facial breakouts - water helps flush out toxins in the body, as well as sodium which can trigger water-weight gain - water keeps constipation at bay - ample water in the diet will make you feel better - water contains zero calories Diet Tip on Water: Try adding a slice of lemon, lime or orange to the side of your glass. It's beauty will compliment you - you handsome dieter you! |