Once you get to the holidays, your calorie count can creep up without your realizing it.

So save yourself that nasty after-the-holidays bathroom-scale jolt by not letting a single day slip by without drinking lots of water. Doing so could save you from consuming an extra 200 calories a day!

Douse Yourself for Fewer Daily Calories
Turns out people who regularly quench their thirsts with water consume a whopping 9 percent fewer daily calories than non-water drinkers. Not only do water drinkers seem to drink fewer sugary and calorie-heavy beverages (like eggnog, mulled wine, and champagne), but they also have healthier eating habits overall, according to a recent study. So tip the balance in your favor by sipping water throughout the day. Here’s more on how the right amount of H2O can help you lose pounds.

Water, Water Everywhere
Besides helping you to lose weight, water is essential for your health.

• Discover all the ways that water can make you feel good.
• Check out how much water you really need for good health.
• Find out why your hunger could actually be thirst.

Is your water bottle a hazard to your health? Here’s what the RealAge Docs have to say.