Following your meals with a glass of ice water may help boost calorie burning.

In a small study, men and women who drank about 17 ounces of cold water after a meal temporarily experienced a 30 percent increase in the rate at which their bodies burned calories. The increased calorie burning was attributed to thermogenesis, a process by which the body burns calories for digestion purposes.

The best way to lose weight is to reduce the number of calories you consume while increasing your physical activity levels. Outside of that, there are several more things you can do to boost your weight loss efforts. Drink plenty of water both before and after meals. Before meals, the water will help fill you up and suppress your appetite. After meals, the water may help boost your calorie burn rate. Also, get plenty of rest. Studies show that a sleep debt may open the door to weight troubles. Finally, find ways to keep your stress levels under control. Research shows that certain stress hormones may play a role in the development of stubborn belly fat.

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