The findings, presented during the conference’s Healthy Hydration Symposium, show that proper hydration, such as choosing water, can reduce weight gain and contribute to risk reduction of type 2 diabetes. This research reinforces the important role of drinking water, including bottled water, as part of a healthy lifestyle.
John Etgen, symposium co-chair and senior vice president of the Project WET Foundation (Water Education for Teachers), said: “We believe that educating children on hydration plays a significant role in obesity prevention initiatives worldwide.”
These positive messages reinforce the recently launched US Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Choose My Plate programme to encourage healthy eating, which recommends drinking water instead of sugary drinks.
The IBWA stated: Drinking water, including bottled water, instead of sugared beverages can reduce your caloric intake, which can help maintain your weight as part of a healthy lifestyle. We encourage consumers to take notice of these important findings and make simple, smart choices in their daily life and choose water, whether at home, at the office or on the go.
Source: International Bottled Water Association
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