I know, I know. What a crazy question!

Considering that we’ve all tried so many diets until we can give calorie counts in our sleep - where do I get off asking a question like that?

But bear with me please. This may actually get you closer to your weight loss goals than you think!

We've heard it a million times but it's true:

Losing weight permanently is not just a quick fix.

It’s not taking a magic pill and waking up next morning with a body fat count of 10%. It's not reading latest diet-book-of-the-week and ‘poof!’ you’re a size 6. It’s not getting into ‘the zone’ for half a day and all your weight troubles disappear.

But you know that right? We all know that!

But if we know that why do we jump from diet to diet to diet? From weight loss plan to weight loss plan?

Why do we keep trying latest way to lose weight? Why do we get discouraged so easily? Why do we give up and think it's just not possible?

Here's truth: Losing weight is a life change, plain and simple.

Funny how we cut ourselves some slack with other life changes like moving or getting married or having a baby, but not with losing weight! Why not?

- Naturally suppresses appetite - Increases metabolism - Reduces stored fat deposits - Improves kidney function - Decreases fluid retention - Helps muscles maintain their tone - Aids in prevention of sagging skin after weight loss - Rids body of excess waste - Regulates bowel movements - It’s Free!

Aren’t these enough reasons for you to start drinking your full daily intake of water?

I started drinking 9 glasses a day, and I noticed a difference over night!! I lost five pounds in course of one day, and it’s stayed off. The key is to keep drinking water, or you will see weight come back. For every 25 pounds you want to lose, drink an extra glass of water. Keep in mind however, that water can also be consumed through food such as fruits, which contain 90% water.

Here are some tips to help you make sure you get your daily intake: