Make a habit of reaching for water when you’re hungry, instead of a high-calorie snack. Try to drink 6-8 glasses (8 oz each) per day. It will help your overall health as well as your waistline. Add some zest with a twist of lemon or lime.

• Track your water intake. Try recording every glass of water or other beverage you drink.
• Drink more water and fewer caffeinated beverages and alcohol. Both substances are diuretics that are less hydrating than water. After your morning cup, stick to decaffeinated beverages for the rest of the day.
• Drinking water or seltzer water helps you stay hydrated — and save calories, too, by filling you up.
• Water helps to increase your metabolism and also improves your skin.
• Drink water before, during and after exercising to help keep your energy level high.