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"John E" wrote in message
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Hi folks,

I heard on TV that you must remain VERY hydrated, i.e. drink
lots and lots of water when you are in Ketosis. They guy
gave no reason.

Can somoene please explain the detailed reason behind it?

This is from the Atkins website. hope it helps.

On any eating regimen, a minimum of 64 ounces, or eight 8-ounce glasses, of
water per day is the usual recommendation. Many people, particularly women,
suffer from inadequate hydration, so it is important to be diligent about
drinking water throughout the day. Water consumption will also help flush
toxins from your body and combat such problems as constipation and bad
breath. Note that coffee, tea and diet sodas do not apply to the daily
minimum.

I couldn't find how the water was related to ketosis, but I have heard that
you must drink alot of water because you may develop kidney problems as you
mentioned b4.

According to the Eades (Eadeses?) in Protein Power, a low-carb diet has
a natural diuretic effect. If you don't drink enough of it, you could
end up dehydrated.

Some also say that water is an important component of the "fat-burning"
process. Either way, drink your water!

Stan