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Iamsemisweet -> Superhydration (1/12/2012 11:22:29 AM)
As part of a weight loss program, my personal trainer is advising me to drink a gallon, and eventually 2 gallons, of water per day. While I trust his training and credentials, this seems excessive. The reasoning is that water helps one feel full, helps clear toxins from one's body, causes one's liver and kidneys to function better, and, if the water is ice cold, causes the body to expend calories warming it up. That is a lot of water. Anyone ever tried this before? Any ill consequences besides having to run to the bathroom every half hour?

hlen5 -> RE: Superhydration (1/12/2012 11:27:53 AM)
I don't have any idea how much is too much, but you can die by drinking too much water. ETA: http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-207_162-2365259.html

peppermint -> RE: Superhydration (1/12/2012 11:39:50 AM)
I just researched it and it seems you can safely drink 2 gallons of water per day without it being too much water. However, you need to space it out throughout the day. You shouldn't drink a lot all at once. Just to be sure I think I'd talk it over with my doctor. Better to be safe than sorry.

Hillwilliam -> RE: Superhydration (1/12/2012 11:41:19 AM)
A person doing physical work in a moderate climate needs a gallon per day. When I worked construction in FL, in the summer, Id go thru 2 easily.

Duskypearls -> RE: Superhydration (1/12/2012 12:34:03 PM)
Cold water (beverages) slows/inhibits digestion, so keep that in mind when drinking it before, during, and after eating.

kalikshama -> RE: Superhydration (1/12/2012 12:34:54 PM)
How much over this would be 1 GL/day? (You don't have to be precise :) Most people don't drink nearly enough water. 0.5 ounces x Body Weight in Pounds = Daily Fluid Requirement in ounces When I think back to times in my life I lost weight without trying, I was drinking a lot of water - in boot camp, at a really really boring job, in Costa Rica. However during each of those times, my access to food was also limited so I can't give water all the credit. I would try the GL/day for a while and see how you feel.

kitkat105 -> RE: Superhydration (1/12/2012 3:29:17 PM)
You'd have to build up to it slowly. The problem with people who start drinking huge amounts of water is their kidneys are not to use to it and it can cause electrolyte disturbances if you're really unlucky. I'd consult a doctor first. May be worthwhile getting your renal function checked, to make sure your kidneys can handle the change in hydration.

mummyman321 -> RE: Superhydration (1/12/2012 3:53:00 PM)
My idea of super hydration :) [image]local://upfiles/191162/A3E7521BADDA418493D300CAEF0263B7.jpg[/image]

bemyslut -> RE: Superhydration (1/12/2012 5:44:06 PM)
A person can consume large amount of water under the proper circumstances. Water intoxication can be lethal. A few years ago, some radio show had a contest to see which of its listeners could drink the largest amount of water. A young lady died from water intoxication, in medical terms hyponatremia, by rapidly consuming excessive water--see hlen5's link. The kidneys can handle far more fluid than you can consume; the kidneys can not, however, synthesize salt---and this leads to electrolyte disturbances and even death Space your water consumption evenly through out the day. It would not pose any problem to the average healthy adult to consume a gallon of water within an hour IF they were working in a hot dry environment performing strenuous activity (think construction worker in a Texas summer).

LadyHibiscus -> RE: Superhydration (1/12/2012 6:40:15 PM)
The body IS a self regulating device, our environment is full of toxic stuff, but drinking water is not going to get rid of the genuinely bad stuff. Listen to your body, and consult a DOCTOR not some dude in a gym.

barelynangel -> RE: Superhydration (1/12/2012 7:01:30 PM)
As long as you aren't drinking a gallon in 5-10 minutes and are already extremely dehydrated, you should be okay. It is very hard for an average person to get water intoxication/superhydration. Also, your body would probably make you throw up prior to getting to the level of intoxication by water. Marathon runner run the risk of what you are speaking about while they are running the race especially if they try and chugg all the water at once. I believe 2 gallons of water a day is 256 oz of water a day. I have trouble drinking 150 oz a day. Just remembering to do it lol. Many people drink a gallon of water while working out, so if he is thinking you are going to be working out a lot in a day then it may not be as hard as you think or bad for you. Just make sure you are guzzling a half gallon in 5-10 minute and then another half 10 minutes later. If you drink 21 oz of water every hour (which would add up to 256 oz in a 12 hour period, you should be fine. Good luck. If you are that concerned, talk to your doc. The rule of thumb i know for weight loss is you should drink 1/2 your weight in oz. or for every 25 lbs you are over weight you add 8 oz to 64 oz. angel

hausboy -> RE: Superhydration (1/12/2012 8:50:22 PM)
Hi OP.... For the healthy adult, it does take a considerable amount of water to cause overhydration--"water intoxication"-- there have been documented deaths from water intoxication. (most recently, some hazing deaths at a fraternity that forced pledges to drink excessive amounts of water) That does not mean that you should follow your trainer's advice without consulting your doctor. I would chat with your physician first. Some pre-existing conditions can make excessive water intake more risky, as well as your medication regiment. Prescriptions drugs can definitely impact your urinary output/load on the kidneys. That said, it is important to hydrate when exercising, and the rule most people use is the old "drink til it's clear"--when you're peeing clear, you're adequately hydrated. (just keep drinking if you continue to work out, sweat a lot, esp. in high temperatures or high altitudes.) His other advice--water makes you feel more full is true, and many nutritionists suggest drinking a full glass of water before or with dinner, to prevent over-eating and help you feel full. Your body does expend some energy "heating" the water inside your body--water goes in cold, comes out hot--I would imagine however that the amount of calories it takes to "heat" the water is negligible when it comes to significant weight loss.

OsideGirl -> RE: Superhydration (1/13/2012 7:44:13 AM)
Make sure you up your salt intake if you're drinking that much water, otherwise you'll be getting leg cramps during the night.

LaTigresse -> RE: Superhydration (1/13/2012 7:47:16 AM)
quote: ORIGINAL: LadyHibiscus The body IS a self regulating device, our environment is full of toxic stuff, but drinking water is not going to get rid of the genuinely bad stuff. Listen to your body, and consult a DOCTOR not some dude in a gym. This. Just because some person slaps the label of personal trainer on their ass doesn't make them a medical expert. Only a fool follows one blindly.

Iamsemisweet -> RE: Superhydration (1/13/2012 8:17:21 AM)
I am perfectly satisfied with my trainer's credentials. I have been part of this studio for years, the trainers travel internationally to present to other fitness professionals, and I have seen a lot of his work. I trust what he tells me, he isn't some dumb ass just starting out at 24 hour fitness. Since you mention a doctor, though, when I consulted mine a month ago, she mentioned drinking large quantities of water to help flush the system when losing weight also. In any case, yesterday was my first day drinking a gallon of water. No ill effects, other than peeing 20 times a day

LadyHibiscus -> RE: Superhydration (1/13/2012 8:21:28 AM)
Excellent! I would be sick as sick can be if I drank that much.

Iamsemisweet -> RE: Superhydration (1/13/2012 8:32:19 AM)
Really, lady? You mean nauseated? I wouldn't have liked that, but spaced over the course of the day, it was possible to drink that much. Took some effort, though

kalikshama -> RE: Superhydration (1/14/2012 4:59:02 PM)
Please keep us posted.

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