Are you drinking at least 8 glasses of water each day? It's important that you keep hydrated — the right amount of clear, clean water will help your body set fat cells free and clear out other impurities! Seem like too much water? If you're having a hard time guzzling all that fluid, try these tips for working it in:
- Add zest to plain water with a squeeze of lemon or lime, or add a splash of real fruit juice!
- Soups with a clear broth base provide 3/4 cup of water per one-cup serving. Choose a broth that's low in salt and calories, or make your own broth full of fresh veggies!
- Eat your water by choosing fruits and vegetables with a high water content. Watermelon, strawberries, apples, squash, broccoli, cabbage, cucumbers, carrots, lettuce, and green peppers all contain over 90 percent water!
- Blend a few ice cubes into your morning smoothie to up the water content.
- Water actually tastes different depending on whether it's ice cold, room temperature, or steaming hot. Vary the temperature for a change of pace!