Two weeks ago, I wrote about needing to lose about 12-15 pounds to get under that obesity line. I have NOT stepped on a scale. *wry smile* I'm partly afraid to, but I also don't like focusing on the numbers. I also haven't started an intense workout plan. *smirks* I don't have the energy for that yet, but I'm honest about my "excuse".
So what HAVE I done?
I have been trying to drink one full glass of water every hour that I am awake. On average, that means 14-15 10 oz. glasses...almost one gallon...of water a day every day. Trust me, it's harder than you think! I dare you to try it!
It's kind of amazing that I am seeing small differences. First, I'm not hungry the way I was. The average American generally confuses "thirst" and "hunger". If you are well-hydrated, you won't eat so much. Secondly, my knee isn't hurting as much as it was when going up and down stairs. Third, I am very slowly not having to go to the loo after each glass.
It's not a question of my bladder getting bigger...it is more like my body is able to use the water. Think about when you water a plant: when it is completely bone-dry, the water flows right through, barely even wetting the soil. But if the soils is slightly damp, the water gets absorbed better. Your body is similar. So, if you have been depriving your body of WATER (not soda, coffee, or tea), then chances are you are very dry inside and the water will pass right through you. It has taken about a week, but I'm not desperate for a bathroom all of the time anymore.
Maybe by the end of the month, I'll brave the scale...or maybe the workout...
I bought root beer flavored stevia from the Bob's Red Mill. It makes me think I'm drinking a big soda when it's just about eight drops of flavor plus a 20 ounce glass of water. Two months after purchase, hydration is easier and I've used maybe 1/10th of the bottle. Not a bad waste of $14.
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