Nutritionist Ekaterina Yaschenko told about the benefits of water consumption when actively getting rid of excess weight, writes MedicForum.  According to the specialist, without a drinking regime and balance, we can't talk about good health and active longevity. But it turns out that with the help of water you can also lose weight. "Water increases calorie expenditure. It is enough to drink 500 ml of plain clean water (about two glasses), and already in 10 minutes the metabolic rate increases by 30%, and the effect will last at least an hour," the expert notes. Drinking at least two liters of water during the day is equivalent to the consumption of about 100 kilocalories. Without physical exertion. Simply by drinking water. Consumption of 100 kcal can be obtained for 30 minutes of quiet swimming in the pool, or, for example, for 40 minutes of walking.  When losing weight, the expert recommends giving preference to cold water, so the calorie consumption will be slightly higher. The explanation is quite simple and straightforward: the body will spend extra energy on "heating" the water and thus consume extra calories. Another plus of water consumption is that if you satisfy your thirst with water, it means that you don't satisfy it with other, more caloric drinks (sweet soda, juice and so on). That is, the total number of calories consumed per day in total will be lower. This is important when losing weight. In addition, water has the ability to reduce appetite. Take this tip for granted. If you are hungry, drink water first, and then sit down at the table. That way you're guaranteed to eat less.