5 Ways to use Water to Loose Weight and Get a Glowing Skin

No wonder why Water is called the Elixir of Life and this post is gonna prove it by giving various insights on how to actually use water for strengthening your Immunity, maintaining a consistent fit body, and a drive towards glowing skin.

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To make it more realistic and relatable every method includes a brief overview of the method, Preparation (if any), and finally the advantages and the disadvantages (nothing is perfect!). Hope you really find it useful and check before you leap into any one of these. So let's get into this.

Well, we all are aware of the fact that an adult human body is made up of nearly 70% of Water and we all require nearly 3.2 L of water for the normal functioning of our physiological system. Water helps in the absorption of nutrients, eliminates toxins, and repairs the damaged cells having said this it's pretty obvious that it plays a huge part in building our immune system, the lymphatic system and adds not only into the nourishment of the nervous system but also the overall physique and better skin nourishment. 

Down below are described 5 ways in which water could be used to make its benefits more effective than usual, providing us with an immense healthy and fit lifestyle.

Contents.

1. Lukewarm Water with Honey.
2. Lukewarm water with Lemon.
3. Lukewarm water with Basil(Tulsi).
4. Lukewarm water with Cumin seeds(Jeera).
5. Lukewarm water with Apple Cider Vinegar.

So let's get into this one by one.

1. Lukewarm Water with Honey.

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Honey is the quintessential king of all the medical components conferred on Mankind by mother nature and thus plays a significant part in any immunity-building process and overall fitness and beauty. Combination Water and Honey make a powerful duo to achieve our objectives and here is why:

Advantages:

• Aids weight loss

When consumed on empty stomach every morning with a small amount of lemon juice it fastens metabolism and thus makes you feel fuller and assists in losing weight quickly.

• Keeps the body hydrated

When consumed the first thing in the morning its astonishing properties helps the body to remain hydrated throughout and further hastens the process of weight loss.

• Strengthens the immune system.

Due to its high antimicrobial properties and as a rich source of essential vitamins and minerals along with anti-oxidants harmful free radicals stands no chance against it, uplifting our immune system.

• A sweet approach to glowing skin.

Honey doesn't come only with certain health benefits but also helps in making skin radiant enough to look its best.

• Reduces all sorts of inflammation.

Due to its high inflammatory properties honey is effective in curing sores and acne further nourishing the skin.

Disadvantages:

• Don't try this if you don't like honey or feel nausea while doing so, everyone's genome is not the same to expect the same result.

• Shouldn't be consumed with too hot water, as some Ayurvedic research suggests that it activates the toxin present in bee's saliva from where honey is derived.

• Keeping a track of the effects it on your body is advisable.

Preparation:

1. Take a glass of Lukewarm(cooled hot water).
2. Mix it with a teaspoon of honey(as per your requirement).
3. Stir it well, and consume with an empty stomach early in the morning.
4. Additionally, you can mix a teaspoon of lemon juice too as per your appetite

2.Lukewarm water with lemon.

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No doubt the rich source of vitamin C would have made it into this list of boosting immunity while creating a perfect scope for fitness and beauty. Its combination with water can do miracles let's see all of them:

Advantages:

• Good source of Vitamin C.

A primary antioxidant Vit. C is effective in eliminating free radicals and is known to limit the duration of common cold along with lowering B.P.

• It Improves Skin Quality.

Vit. C is known to reduce wrinkling and skin from aging in addition to protecting it from sun rays.

• It helps indigestion.

Warm juice of lime with water is known to be beneficial for those suffering from constipation and upset tummy.

• It can prevent kidney stones.

A component of lemon called the citrate makes urine less acidic and is even known to break small stones especially gouts.

Disadvantages:

• Should be careful in its intake if you have a sensitive tooth as it can up to a certain extent erode the enamel.

• Too much of it is better avoided as citric components are known to upset the tummy.

• Though citric acids are essential in one's diet, their effects on your system need to be tracked.

Preparation:

1. Take a glass of Lukewarm(cooled hot water).
2. Mix it with a teaspoon of lemon juice(as per your requirement).
3. Stir it well, and consume with an empty stomach early in the morning.
4. You can also consume it with warm water to facilitate better digestion and can also use mint leaves to make it more appetizing.

3.Lukewarm water with Basil(Tulsi).

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The mystical herb, which draws its a reference to Hindu mythology is no less in doing wonders. Well it is the most underrated ingredient, which is beneficial in building up the immune system while equivocal to fitness and beauty and here's why:

Advantages:

• Liver health.

Some studies especially one with mice have shown the tremendous effect of Tulsi in maintaining liver health.

• Effective in fighting respiratory diseases.

Basil was found to be an active component in fighting diverse sorts of respiratory infections especially the common cold, flu to diseases like asthma.

• It regulates blood sugar.

Consumption of lukewarm water with Basil helps in better metabolism and usage of blood sugar for energy requirements thus ensuring better regulations.

• Efficient in stress coping mechanisms.

Due to its influence on the production of cortisol, it is known to be a very good component for regulating stress and anxiety levels, which results in a good mood and better functioning.

• Assists in weight loss.

As explained due to its better metabolism-regulating property it can be efficient for losing weight.

Disadvantages:

• In some rare cases, it is claimed that basil can slow down the blood clotting process leading to increased bleeding while cuts and injuries.

• It shouldn't be used by diabetic patients if they are on medications, basil is known to lower blood sugar so its combination with medicines might be detrimental.

• Can stain your teeth if chewed raw and might disrupt the pH of your mouth for a while.

• Again tracing its effects over your body is necessary.

Preparation:

1. Take a utensil to boil water and add two glasses of water to it
2. Add a fist full of basil leaves in boiling water, and let it settle there for 5 mins.
3. Turn off the flame and allow it to cool and settle 
4.  Pour the mixture into the glass and filter out basil leaves using common tea leaves filters.
5. Drink it with an empty stomach early in the morning.

4. Lukewarm water with Cumin seeds.

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Most commonly used by Indians popularly known as Jeera water is no far away from doing miracles especially in weight loss and strengthening immunity in addition to purifying the skin. Let's know more about this little wonder:

Advantages:

• It is known to keep induced obesity away.

 Jeera water is very effective for those yearning to lose weight especially those who are obese due to its high inflammatory properties and significant influence on metabolism, it is definitely a drink to go for weight loss.

• It is known to prevent Cancer.

 Jeera is known to have anti-carcinogenic properties which are effective in preventing metastasis, that is the spread of it to other parts of the body.

• Hydration at its go.

 A very proven fact about Jeera water is that it never keeps fails to keep you hydrated and always refreshed.

• It is known to relieve Acidity.

 Due to its influence gastrointestinal tract, it is known to reduce the feeling of bloating, heartburn, and nausea, and especially lowering acidity.

• Maintains glowing skin throughout.

 Due to its high antimicrobial properties and anti-inflammatory properties, it is an absolute go for detox, which further enhances the texture and beauty of our skin.

Disadvantages:

• Shouldn't be suggested for a pregnant woman as it believed for having not-so-good effects on the fetus.

• Depending on body type it can also have effects on the menstrual cycle of a woman.

• Should definitely be tracked and consulted before using it as a daily drink for losing weight.

Preparation:

1. Take a utensil to boil water and add two glasses of water to it
2. Add a two teaspoon of cumin seeds in boiling water, and let it settle there for 5 mins.
3. Turn off the flame and allow it to cool and settle 
4.  Pour the mixture into the glass and filter out cumin seeds using common tea leaves filters.
5. Very versatile drink and can be consumed anytime, but try to do so before having your main meals for the day.

5.Lukewarm water with Apple Cider Vinegar.

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You know which potent drink is gaining momentum nowadays? Well, no doubt it's Apple Cider Vinegar, its consumption is quite popular in the West but due to its effectiveness in losing weight, improvising skin, and building immunity is now found everywhere, let's know more about this one:

Advantages:

• Known for lowering Cholesterol.

It was found that its consumption of water was significant in lowering Triglycerides and bad cholesterol leading to better cardio activity.

• Regulates blood sugar.

The acetic acid found in ACV is known for blocking the enzymes blocking starch digestion leading to lower sugar response after a starchy meal.

• Provides probiotics to the gut.

It is known to create a healthy environment for probiotics (the good bacteria) in the gut further strengthening our immunity.

• Reduces belly fat.

Apple Cider Vinegar just like other drinks mentioned has a good effect on metabolism and is known to reduce weight especially belly fat.

• Go to drink for better hair.

A study found that ACV can be effective in reducing dandruff and thus leading to a nourished scalp and thus better hair quality.

Disadvantages:

• Due to its interference with starch digestion enzymes, it somehow slowers the digestion and thus emptying of the stomach.

• May interfere with potassium levels of the body especially bones and not advised for senior citizens have it may worsen osteoporosis (loss of calcium from bones).

• It also erodes tooth enamel and may also give a sensation of burning throat, so tracking the effects of it on your body is advisable.

Preparation:

1. Take a glass of Lukewarm(cooled hot water).
2. Mix it with a teaspoon of Apple Cider Vinegar(as per your requirement).
3. Stir it well, and consume can consume it during any time of day but within the intake limits for your body.

With this we come to an end to all our amazing drinks that can be made out with a common but yet amazing potion, the Water especially during the times of Covid 19 it's mandatory for all of us to take care of our immune system along with also maintaining our fitness and nourishing our skin as they not only make you feel better but also boosts your self-confidence.

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All the drinks can be easily made and you may add your own flavor to them depending on your taste buds, but do try them out as small steps towards building your Immunity may prove to be a boon in disguise in times unseen and unknown.

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