If Your Client Asked You If Drinking Water Before Meals

question 27

Multiple Choice

If your client asked you if drinking water before meals could help with weight loss, what would you reply?

• A) Some people find drinking water before meals to be helpful in losing weight.
• B) Drinking water before meals isn't always helpful for people.
• C) Drinking water before a meal can help you temporarily feel full. However, weight loss is complex. Would you like to discuss the other factors that can help with weight loss?
• D) Drinking cold water before meals can activate your metabolism, resulting in significantly more calories burned compared to not drinking water before meals. Would you like to discuss ways in which you can increase your water intake before meals?
• E) You can try drinking water before meals; it might help.

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