How To Health Podcast With Laurie Marbas, Md, Mba

Hello everyone, In today's episode, I delved into a simple yet often overlooked aspect of weight loss and energy enhancement: hydration with water. As a board-certified family and lifestyle medicine physician, I've seen firsthand how proper hydration can transform lives. Here’s a summary of what we covered: Key Points Discussed: Cellular Hydration and Metabolism: Proper hydration aids cellular functions, enhancing metabolic activities like protein synthesis and lipid metabolism, which boosts energy expenditure. Thermic Effect of Water: Drinking water temporarily increases energy expenditure as the body works to heat the ingested water to body temperature. Studies show that 500 mLs of water can increase metabolic rate by about 30% for over an hour. Hormonal Balance and Appetite Regulation: Adequate hydration helps regulate hunger and satiety hormones, preventing the misinterpretation of thirst signals as hunger, thus reducing caloric intake. Kidney Function and Toxin Removal: Hydration supports kidne