One study indicates that drinking a glass of cold water can burn about 8 calories more than water at room temperature.
This can happen because when you drink cold water your body will spend more energy to regulate the temperature of the water consumed with your body temperature. Moreover, when sufficient amounts of water are consumed, the metabolism in the body also increases due to the process of thermogenesis.
However, the difference in the number of calories burned after drinking cold water is actually not too significant compared to drinking hot water or at room temperature.
If the pattern and type of food consumed is not changed and is based solely on the consumption of cold water, the weight loss goal will be difficult to achieve.
How to Lose Weight Effectively
As mentioned above, to lose weight effectively, it is not enough to just drink cold water. Also, one thing to watch out for is not to neglect your health just because you are focusing on the pursuit of weight loss.
There are several things you can do to lose weight healthier and more effectively, including:
- Set realistic weight loss goals for yourself. Do not overdo it and it is a risk to your health.
- Drink 8 glasses of water a day and make it a habit to drink a glass of water before each meal.
- Eat foods high in protein, such as fish, egg white or chicken breast.
- Eat foods high in fiber, such as fruits and vegetables.
- Adopt good eating habits, such as eating slowly and not skipping meals.
- Avoid consuming foods and drinks high in sugar, such as candy, packaged chocolate, soda, or bottled tea.
- Train regularly according to your abilities. You can choose the type of exercise you enjoy, such as jogging, brisk walking, cycling, swimming, or even strength-oriented sports like planking, push-ups, and pull-ups.
Remember that for optimal results, weight loss efforts should be made consistently.Also, don't just focus on losing weight fast, as it's usually likely to recover and cause health problems later.
If you're having trouble losing weight, or you're not sure how to determine the best weight loss method for your condition, don't hesitate to see a doctor, okay?