Experts are always saying that when we first start dieting that it’s the water weight that’s lost meaning it’s not fat or muscle. Can you explain what this water weight is exactly and where does it come from?
What would be the approximate normal amount of “water weight” that’s lost in an average male of say 175lbs and 510″ and a woman of 167lbs and 5 6″
Is this “water weight” the weight that can fluctuate within a 24 x hour or 48 hour period?
In: Biology
Your body is mostly water, and regular water intake is necessary to live. You lose water in a multitude of ways: urination, sweat, and even exhaling. Hence, we need to replenish it regularly. But during weight loss, you’re likely eating less and exercising more, so you won’t retain as much water.
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