Drink Water!

Water is powerful both inside and outside of the body.  Dr. Simeons in Pounds and Inches recommends drinking 2 liters of water per day while on the diet.  What we need to consider is when we drink caffeinated drinks such as coffee and tea we need to replace those with an extra 8 oz. of water.  Water is essential in flushing out the system and keeping your body hydrated while on the diet.

About two thirds of our body weight is water and every cell and organ in the body needs water for it to function properly. Drinking enough water every day keeps your skin hydrated which helps reduce fine lines and small wrinkles. Keeping your body hydrated also helps your skin’s elasticity and dehydrated skin tends to sag so make sure you drink enough water everyday.

If you are dehydrated you will suffer from constipation. “Anything that helps keep digestion normal, any live bacteria or enzymes, is also going to be reflected in healthy-looking skin” (Nutrition expert Liz Lipski, PhD, CCN).

It is best to get your hydration from water. Soda, coffee and alcohol dehydrate the system, so try and stay away from those beverages and if you do drink them follow each one with an extra 8 ounces of water. If you do not stay hydrated, your body will rob water from your intestines and that can cause issues on the inside as well as with your skin.

So, drink up your body will thank you and so will the scale!

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People often confuse dehydration with hunger. The next time you are hungry drink some Yerba Mate tea or a tall glass of water with Lemon. Dr. Simeons states that we can have one lemon a day while on protocol. A lemon can improve your digestion and increase your metabolism so don’t skip it.

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Pour one pound of Epsom Salt into a very warm bath with one pound of baking soda. Soak in tub of warm/hot water for at least 20 minutes. Do not shower until next day.

Epsom Salt “detoxes” your body by drawing out the toxins and replenishing nutrients that your body needs. It can make your skin feel nice and soft. Baking soda increases CO2 levels in the blood which dilates blood vessels and increases circulation. This can cause a “tired” feeling. It is sort of like a “chemical exercise”. The magnesium and bicarbonate are flooding your body with much-needed minerals and nutrients. Magnesium is a natural mild sedative and is great inside and out for reducing muscle spasms and strains.

You may feel light-headed, dizzy, weak, and completely drained after a detox bath (which is a symptom of weak adrenals), so doing it around bedtime is a good idea. Take advantage of the relaxation to get a good night’s sleep.

Taking a fresh orange slice with a little sea salt to suck on during the bath can help relieve the dizziness and light-headedness. You can also add a handful of dead sea salts to the bath, which will add minerals and micro nutrients that will feed and improve the skin.

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If you are hungry, then increase your water or tea. Your body will confuse dehydration for hunger so drinking liquids usually solves the issue. Adding caffeine (i.e. coffee and caffeinated teas) will cause a dehydration effect, so always follow up with water. Don’t forget to drink at least 2 liters daily and more if you have caffeinated beverages. You need to drink 8oz of water for every caffeinated drink in addition to your normal 8 glasses a day.

If you struggle to get your water in, try doing flavored Stevia drops in water. Many comment on how good it is and how much easier it is to get water down. Try different flavors such as Lemon, Peppermint, Vanilla Cream, Orange and many more flavors are available. You can order flavored stevia on amazon (like this valencia orange flavor), try their new product called sweet drops, water drops, or perhaps try these water enhancers. Drink in hot or cold water. So, if you are feeling a little hungry, start with drinks. Some people have said they are able to drink more water when they get a big tumbler style cup with a straw. Just know that it is key to drink a lot of water and tea to help you will feel full and satisfied in no time!

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