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The Importance of WaterThe Importance of Water

Low water intake results in:

• Tiredness

• Migraines

• Constipation

• Muscular cramps

• Blood pressure increase

• Kidney problems

• Dry skin

• About 75% of the body’s weight is water• Every day you lose 1.7 litres simply through normal living

• (eating, breathing, perspiring, going to the loo, etc.)

• You need 2 ½ litres (that’s 5 pints or 10 glasses)

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Water is the single, most important catalyst in losing weight and keeping it off.

Helping You Stay HydratedHelping You Stay Hydrated

Thermojectics BeverageGreen tea based herbal drink

Weight loss programme enhancerVitality boosting

H3O ProIsotonic sports drink

Superior hydration and energy

LiftoffVitality boost

Herbal Aloe DrinkSoothing and rehydrating

So What Now?So What Now?

• Over the next 12 weeks we will provide up to six hours of education, tricks, tips and science to support your weight loss goals

• Please be patient - this cannot be done on week one

Focus for this week• Drink at least 2½ litres of water every day• Increase your protein intake (explanation next week)

• Fill in a food diary and bring it next week• Book your 1-to-1

So Far.....So Far.....

• Water• Meal Plans & Protein• Carbohydrates• Fibre & Digestion• Fats & Heart Health• Exercise

Nutrition…Nutrition… Hydration… Hydration… Exercise… Exercise…

…………..and YOUR commitmentand YOUR commitment

• Vitamins, minerals & Antioxidants

• Appetite control & dining out• Sugar, labels & Marketing• Snacking & Metabolism• Long term health (incl.

calcium)

Additional Water SlidesAdditional Water Slides

The following slides can be used in your second and future WLC’s to keep them new and interesting

for repeat attendances

The Benefits of Green TeaThe Benefits of Green Tea

GREENGREENTEATEA

Tips on Drinking WaterTips on Drinking Water

1. Start the day with a glass of water immediately upon waking

2. Drink a glass of warm lemon water first thing in the morning

3. Sip water throughout the day to stave of hunger pangs and curb your appetite

4. Carry a bottle of water with you at all times, refilling when needed as this will help you measure how much water you have consumed

5. Increase your intake of fresh fruit and vegetables as they are high in water content as well as having other beneficial properties

Is Water the Only Option?Is Water the Only Option?

• Water is 100% water – The most effective way of replacing lost fluids– Mineral water, cleaned but not ‘treated’– Spring water, can be treated if necessary– 98.8% of tap water sampled passed inspectorate tests

(Which Magazine – 1999)

• Fruit juices are 90% water• Diluted juices are 86% water (after dilution)• Carbonated drinks are only 65% water

FOOD CATEGORY High Acid Acid Low Acid Low Alkaline Alkaline

High Alkaline

BEVERAGESTea (black),

Coffee, Beer, Alcohol

Wine, Soda/Pop Cocoa Ginger Tea Green TeaHerbal Teas, Lemon Water

Healthy HydrationHealthy Hydration

Fluid Sources with an alkaline effect on the Body

Fluid sources withan acidic effecton the body