When it comes to staying hydrated, many people wonder if their morning cup of Joe will contribute to their fluid needs, or if they’ll have to drink extra water to make up for it. I hear it all the time, don’t you? Those caffeinated drinks can’t count toward your fluid needs! But what does the science actually say about it? Can our favorite caffeinated beverages help with hydration or do they just drag us down into dehydration? Let’s do a little digging and find out!
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Remember Jane? She’s our busy wife and mom of 3 kiddos who’s hoping to finally lose the 25 pounds of baby weight she’s been holding onto and get into shape. She’s got a family vacation coming up and would like to have the energy and stamina to keep up with her busy crew. Jane is ready to make some changes and eager to see results!
In the last post, we talked about strategies that would help Jane improve her eating habits, reduce her calorie intake, and make exercise a priority. Today, I want to get more specific and share an actual meal plan that would help Jane shed the 2 pounds per week she needs to lose in order to reach her goal before the plane takes off in 12 weeks.
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