text: can drink water help me lose some of the bulge around my waist? i was wondering if it will help me lose some weight around the middle. it most certainly can.  i drank nearly a 2-liter bottle of water a day and lost about 30 lbs in 2 months.  of course it helps to diet (and exercise) but water nearly does the trick.  but careful, it will also flush your system and increase your appetite.