We can never repeat it enough: it is recommended that adults drink 1.5 to 2 liters of water per day, as recalled by the National Agency for Food, Environmental and Occupational Health Safety (ANSES). But it is normal to want to vary the pleasures, and to be tempted by other types of drinks. Which ones to favor when you want to stay in shape?
To facilitate weight loss, certain drinks can prove to be valuable allies. Indeed, their draining action helps limit water retention, but also promotes an appetite suppressant effect. Finally, some people rely on “fat-burning” drinks to increase caloric expenditure at rest.
Can you really lose weight with certain drinks?
However, Alexie Colson, nutritionist, is categorical: “To lose weight, you must not deprive yourself, but opt for dietary rebalancing. To do this, we will favor a balanced and healthy diet, reducing its consumption of ultra-processed productsrich in sugar and fat, while making sure to treat yourself occasionally with more gourmet products“.
The drinks we consume every day have an impact on our weight, and can promote weight gain, especially when we opt for sugary products such as sodas, fruit juices, energy drinks, smoothies, etc. Fortunately, by choosing wisely, it is possible to combine pleasure and weight control.
Weight loss: which drink to choose to accompany it?
Unfortunately, There is no magic drink for weight loss. However, “drinks can be an ally in rebalancing your diet” says the specialist.
The water
Natural water is the best drink, and above all the one which is essential for our body: it allows us to stay hydrated throughout the day. It sometimes happens that the feeling of hunger is confused with that of the selff. A glass of water can help you control your appetite.
Green tea
Green tea is also a good option. It contains antioxidants and caffeine, which boosts metabolism.
Black coffee
Black coffee also helps improve physical performance, by releasing fatty acids from adipose tissues.
Plant-based infusions
Plant-based infusions like mint, ginger or fennel can help with digestion. For some people, they also bring a feeling of satiety.
Green vegetable smoothies
Green vegetable smoothies like spinach or kale are a good alternative to provide certain nutrients, while controlling your calorie intake. These drinks also have other advantages: in addition to being beneficial for the figure, they are also beneficial for your health.
As explained by Dr. David Sabgir, cardiologist at OhioHealth Physician Group, a medical center located in Columbus (United States), in the columns of Well and good, this drink is also an ally for heart health. He thus proposed a smoothie recipe based on “fruits and vegetables for fiber”but also of“a source of good fats”. Ingredients ? Un avocado, an apple or pear, a cup of fresh spinach, a cup of cucumbers, two cups of coconut water, a tablespoon of lime juice, two tablespoons of honey and a cup of ice cubes .
Lemon water
You can also opt for an addition of lemon pure in your water, especially if you have trouble drinking it “plain”. Some specialists claim that it stimulates the digestive system.
“And alongside a balanced diet and good hydration, it is important to practice physical activity regular. It is very useful both for weight loss and control, but also for morale. explains Alexie Colson, nutritionist.
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Thanks to Alexie Colson, private dietitian-nutritionist and within the Diaconesses Croix St-Simon hospital group.