Hello everyone!

I was just thinking about this water issue again, since it gets discussed often in the D2L thread. Susie's done so well, and credits drinking water for much of her loss. I drink lots of water anyway, and I've never been able to tell any difference with weight loss because of it, but I'm glad it makes a difference for some folks.

Anyway, I remember that a few years ago, on this board, there was a discussion about water and sea salt, so I did a search and found those posts. I want to share one with you, because it is interesting and helpful.

This was Julie M. in Colorado, who used to post with us:

For anyone who is interested--the WaterCure--can be found at www.watercure2.com. Once there--click on the Water Cure Program for information about what you need to do. Basically, it's consuming 1/2 your body weight in ounces of water per day--and also taking/or using on food-- 1/4 teaspoon of sea salt for each quart of water you drink. I use Redmond Sea Salt, and my doctor says it's fine to do this while pregnant. The sea salt helps restore minerals to your body--that can literally wash away by just drinking water alone. The site has a lot of good information. It has also helped my 14 year old daughter with teen acne--her skin is almost completely clear.

Susanna

That is interesting Susanna, thanks for sharing it with us newbies. I was going to post a question today about water.....(tongue in cheek here ) Can I count the ten million trips to the bathroom as exercise? I usually drink coffee, diet 7up mixed with lite cranberry juice and sometimes milk and water. In the past few days I have increased my actual water intake to 56 ounces plus (today my goal is 72oz). When will my body get used to so much water and stop needing potty breaks so often?
Bonny

Hi Susana,
I was just wondering, is it good for you to drink salt water? I'm always trying to cut back on salt(I love it!) because I heard it can dehydrate you and make you bloated. Does the salt help with weight loss? I'm getting tired of going to the bathroom all the time too! All well, I guess if I lose weight from this, I won't mind!!

I think because the sea salt helps restore lost minerals it's okay to use paringly. It's a lot better to use than table salt, that's for sure.

I think running to the bathroom a lot gets annoying at times but I look at it as a good flush LOL drinking all that water.

Jeans

That's right. It's the real SEA salt that's good for you. I have a friend who was pregnant, and her feet were swelling, but she was craving salt. Her chiropractor told her to take sea salt and the fluid left, so it works differently than regular salt.

As for the potty breaks...that's just part of my life, so it's a good thing I get to stay at home! I have interstitial cystitis, which feels like constant bladder infection...and sometimes I feel like going to the bathroom is the only thing I do all day! Yes! You DO get more exercise running in there!!! I should really get a pedometer....

Jeans....tee hee....flush

Susanna

Hi Susanna,
I just wanted to thank you for the water solution website. I just went on it and it sounds great. Did your daughter lose weight from it as well? Anyway, can't wait to try it!!

Susanna,
I totally agree with you about the sea salt and amount of water! I need to buy more sea salt. Haven't had that in years. When I was using it, I noticed a big difference in my skin. Glad to hear your daughters acne has improved.
Thanks for sharing this precious information with us all.

Guys,as far as the bathroom thing goes, please know that after awhile, your body gets use to the amount of water (not professional lingo) and you don't have to "go" as much. That's what I've noticed with me.

So, get the sea salt guys and drink that water!

Until next time...
Susie

Susanna, I'm new to this forum and I was interested by this discussion. My question is: How much salt would you put in a 8 oz cup of water? I usually use distilled water as our water here has a high lime content and I don't like the flavor of bottled water and spring water. The salt we use is called Redmond Real Salt, a natural mineral rock salt.
Thanks, Candycane

Candycane,
Hope you don't mind me jumping in here. I recently looked at the site Susanna mentioned and I'm going to work on this! If you use 1/4 tsp of salt to a quart of water, would a "healthy pinch" work for one glass? Would it work for you to keep a quart bottle with 1/4 tsp salt in the fridge, if you like your water cold. I just ordered some salt from Redmond's web site so I'm excited about this, too.

Let us know how you're doing.

2B

That's a good idea, 2B. Most of us like cold water anyway. I know this is shameful, but I haven't tried this water cure for a long time. I didn't stick with it the first time! I need to try it again, after reading on the site. It really sounds "too good to be true" like so many folks say about Oxycise! Good luck to all who are trying it, and PLEASE let us hear about your results!!!

BTW that was Julie's post, and Julie's daughter. I haven't heard from Julie for such a long time, and I don't know what results they had.

Susanna

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Hi All, I am so thankful to have been introduced to this water cure program. I have been drinking 80+ ounces of water a day and what a difference it is making...for one thing I can't eat as much and a lot of the pain in my feet is gone making it much easier to go for walks. I don't have the salt yet but I ordered the Redmond and hope to have it soon. I plan to have a gallon of water in the fridge mixed with the salt that I will fill my water bottles from. We have to filter our tap water because of the chemicals the city puts in it and they just sent a notification that it may have more lead in it than acceptable. Looking forward to how this is working for others. Bonny

Here are some excerpts from an article that recently appeared on CNN.com, from the Mayo Clinic:

April 21, 2006

Water: How much should you drink every day?

How much water should you drink each day? "” a simple question with no easy answers. Studies have produced varying recommendations over the years, but in truth, your water needs depend on many factors, including your health, how active you are and where you live.

Though no single formula fits everyone, knowing more about your body's need for fluids will help you estimate how much water to drink each day....

Every day you lose water through your breath, perspiration, urine and bowel movements. For your body to function properly, you must replenish its water supply by consuming beverages and foods that contain water.

A couple of approaches attempt to approximate water needs for the average, healthy adult living in a temperate climate.

Replacement approach. The average urine output for adults is 1.5 liters a day. You lose close to an additional liter of water a day through breathing, sweating and bowel movements. Food usually accounts for 20 percent of your total fluid intake, so you if you consume 2 liters of water or other beverages a day (a little more than 8 cups) along with your normal diet, you will typically replace the lost fluids.

Dietary recommendations. The Institute of Medicine advises that men consume roughly 3.0 liters (about 13 cups) of total beverages a day and women consume 2.2 liters (about 9 cups) of total beverages a day.

Even apart from the above approaches, it is generally the case that if you drink enough fluid so that you rarely feel thirsty and produce between one and two liters of colorless or slightly yellow urine a day, your fluid intake is probably adequate...

It's generally not a good idea to use thirst alone as a guide for when to drink. By the time one becomes thirsty, it is possible to already be slightly dehydrated. Further, be aware that as you get older your body is less able to sense dehydration and send your brain signals of thirst. Excessive thirst and increased urination can be signs of a more serious medical condition. Talk to your doctor if you experience either.

To ward off dehydration and make sure your body has the fluids it needs, make water your beverage of choice. Nearly every healthy adult can consider the following:

Drink a glass of water with each meal and between each meal.
Hydrate before, during and after exercise.
Substitute sparkling water for alcoholic drinks at social gatherings.
If you drink water from a bottle, thoroughly clean or replace the bottle often. Refill only bottles that are designed for reuse.

Though uncommon, it is possible to drink too much water. When your kidneys are unable to excrete the excess water, the electrolyte (mineral) content of the blood is diluted, resulting in a condition called hyponatremia (low sodium levels in the blood). Endurance athletes "” such as marathon runners "” who drink large amounts of water are at higher risk of hyponatremia. In general, though, drinking too much water is rare in healthy adults who consume an average American diet.

If you're concerned about your fluid intake, check with your doctor or a registered dietitian. He or she can help you determine the amount of water that's best for you.

Here's the link to the complete article:
http://www.cnn.com/HEALTH/library/NU/00283.html