Key Takeaway: Drinking 500ml of water prior to meals increases resting metabolic rate by 24–30% for 60 minutes and reduces mealtime caloric intake by ~75–90 kcal.
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Scientific References & Clinical Studies
- Water-induced thermogenesis — J Clin Endocrinol Metab. Boschmann M et al.
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