Water. It's amazingly refreshing after an intense run or workout, but drinking it regularly? It gets to the point in which it just tastes bland. However, there's a reason why it's vital to our well-being (and why our parents always nag us to drink more of it).
Staying hydrated with water helps lower our blood sugar levels. It also helps with weight loss. Why? Well, our bodies tend to mistake thirst for hunger, which leads to overeating and weight gain (which really just increases your chances of having diabetes). That's why you should aim to drink water before, during, and after each meal. The most crucial time to drink water, however, is right after sweating. People should try to drink 8 glasses per day.
If you do get tired of drinking water, you can opt for a tastier choice: green tea. Sodas, fruit juices, energy drinks, and designer coffees are all filled with carbs that can send your blood sugar levels soaring (and your waistline growing). This yummy tea, however, does just the opposite. There are research that show that drinking 2-4 cups a day stops high blood sugar levels from damaging organs in the body. Green tea also helps you lose weight by boosting your metabolism.
This past week, I've tried drinking more water, even following the advice of drinking it before and after, as well as during my meals. I find that I'm getting full faster and don't need to eat as much. I usually am hungry after school, but because of drinking more water, I'm finding that I could sometimes go without that afterschool snack. I guess I should've listened to my mom earlier when she was telling me I needed to drink more water.
