The Importance of Water

In the past, I have read several different aspects of the importance of water. One of the first things that I read was that water helps one to feel fuller. Maybe that is true, but I usually just had to run to the restroom more often.

The idea that one runs the risk of becoming dehydrated at the beginning of a diet makes sense. Most peoples initial weight loss is really water loss. Even mild dehydration can make one feel very tired. That leads to cravings and lack of motivation to exercise. Severe dehydration can cause severe health problems. That is something that I have experienced but not from dieting.

Another thing that I had heard is that when fat calories are burned, they turn to liquid. (Just think about shortening, lard, or butter.) The water is necessary is wash the fat out. I don't know how true that is, but it "sounds" good. I will have to look for more about that.