“Water helps to restore fluids lost through metabolism, breathing, sweating and the removal of waste.
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Since temperature plays a big role in your ability to sleep soundly, this can certainly be a boon.
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Drinking water right before bed doesn’t necessarily assist with weight loss, Ehsani adds.
It’s related todrinking sufficient water at and around mealtimes, she says.
“Remember that for weight loss there’s (still!)
Tricks like super-hydrating right before bed won’t yield great results and may backfire by interrupting your sleep.”
(Yes, hydrating foods, tea and coffee count!)
“Nowhere near that number?
Start slowly and work your way up,” Ehsani says.
“Only drinking 4 to 5 cups now?
Make a goal of at least 6 glasses per day.”
