Miracle water????

We've all seen the Dr. Oz  recipe for the miracle water one pinterest. This wonderfully fresh concoction of cucumber,orange, mint,  and lemon promises to curb your appetite while boosting your metabolic rate in order to help you lose weight.

I made it.... Cucumber, mint, lemon( some people add Oranges and berries) in a gallon jar of water, let it sit a day and then enjoy. Enjoy I did. It is a nice refreshing upgrade from the regular everyday glass of water but I am yet to be convinced that it speeds up metabolism.

 Here's what I think....

1. The good Dr. suggest you drink a gallon a day. It seems to me that if you drink a gallon of water everyday, tap water or otherwise, that you will probably feel fuller and snack less-- A possible weight loss

2. Its less then $3.00 to make a gallon that last( for me.. unless my only goal that day is to drink the whole thing) about two days. -- Kind to the wallet

3. Since this new drink is so light and refreshing, people may trade in other high calorie drinks( sodas, sweet tea...ect) for a glass of this fresh garden water that has ZERO calories --A possible weight loss

4. With fresh fruits floating in your drink, your more likely to snack on the cucumbers, lemons, berries, ect., and less likely to grab some salty chips and sweet candy--A possible weight loss 

5. It really dresses up a dinner party or even just refreshments for pop in guest --Hospitable

I think preparing water like this is yummy and fancy and may help you shed a few pounds but I cant see how it would speed up your metabolism. Muscle is the main determining factor in your metabolic rate. If your hoping to lose some inches try lifting some weights. Every pound of muscle you gain speeds your metabolism up and helps your body burn fat. It would seem like the obvious solution would be toooo..... I dunno...

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