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**Dehydration can cause severe impacts on the metabolism, headaches, bowel movements, energy, sleep, and much more! 

(3:50): Causes of Dehydration

(7:45): When Jenni was sick, she was drinking nearly 2 gallons of water and was still constantly dehydrated. This is a sign of a GI issue or other metabolic concern. 

(8:26): Effects of dehydration. 

(10:45): Dehydration can cause WEIGHT GAIN!

(12:00): Cutting out water to reduce water weight and lose weight leads to dehydration which actually hurts the metabolism. 

(14:00): Dehydration can increase joint pain, inflammation, arthritis. 

(15:30): Drinking 16 ounces of water prior to meals can increase the metabolism by 30%! 

(16:40): Drinking 16 ounces when first waking up helps reduce toxins. But drinking it before every meal is also important. 

(19:30): Your body and bladder will adjust to increased water intake. 

(21:00): Jenni generally recommends 80-100 ounces of water per day with a “normal” lifestyle depending on medical conditions. 

(22:00): We are NOT giving Medical Advice. This Podcast is for ENTERTAINMENT and NOT as medical advice! Consult with your Primary Care Physician. 

(23:00): You can drink TOO much water causing hyponatremia. 

(24:30): Electrolyte waters: Smart Water, Propel, etc - MODERATION is key (in summary). Be careful with medications!

(26:45): Does Coffee Count?  Caffeine is dehydrating. 

(27:55): Tonic Water has high fructose corn syrup in it.

(29:10): For every cup of caffeine you drink, drink equally amount of water as soon as you’re done with the caffeinated drink. 

(29:45): Drink More Water. 

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