Hydrating before meal ‘leads to big weight loss’

The key to losing weight could be as simple as drinking a pint of water before mealtimes, researchers have said.

A study in which obese adults consumed 500ml of water half an hour before eating main meals saw them report an average loss of 4.3kg (9.48lbs) over a 12-week period.

Researchers at the University of Birmingham said the simple trick could be hugely beneficial, and easily promoted by healthcare professionals and through public health campaigns.