How To Calculate Daily Water Needs

Question
Hi George!
I am slowly getting into eatting healty(ier)and have a question about how to figure out how much water i need to drink to lose weight.  My superviser said weight/2.2x30mL...but i'm lost and this is where you come in.  my weight is 149.6 and waht i'm trying to end up with here is how many ounces i need per day.  I do drink 2-4 cups of coffee that may need to be included in this problem. I need to have my caffiene...its the only way i can get going in the morning. thank you for your time.
kris

Answer
Hi Kris!

   Thank you for your nutrition question. As a general rule, you should be drinking about 64 ounces of water  daily. This is about 6-8 glasses of water a day.  
Water when dieting
There are at least four reasons why water is important when dieting.

Initial weight loss is largely the result of loss of water
This lost water needs replacing, to avoid dehydration.
The rate at which we burn calories (our metabolism) is a chemical process requiring water
We need adequate water to ensure the smooth functioning of this process.

Water helps to flush toxins out our system
The more toxins in our body the less capable it is of losing weight

Water helps to prevent constipation
Healthy dieting means eating lots of fiber. However, unless we drink enough water, a raised fiber-intake can cause constipation.

For more answers to your nutrition questions check out "Ask the Nutritionists" by George Rapitis at www.authorhouse.com


-George Rapitis, Bsc. Nutritionist
www.juiceblend.com

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