Thursday, 5 December 2013

Water Is Life

Water makes up the major fluid supporting our bodily systems and is important to your overall health. Drinking water improves your complexion, feeds your hair, hydrates your vision, and so much more. Throughout the day you lose hydration through sweat, urine, stool, breathing, and caloric metabolism. Those losses are accelerated in warmer climates, during exercise, at high altitudes, and in older adults therefore it is important to equal your intake of water with your output.

Drink water

Your body is made up of about 60% water that helps in the function of digestion, absorption circulation, lubrication, nutrient transport, and body temperature maintenance. When you are low on fluids your body triggers a mechanism in your posterior pituitary gland that tells you, “Hey you are thirsty now.” When you get this message, you feel thirsty and you seek out something to drink. Water is the best source to rehydrate your body but tea, coffee, juices, and milk are also good resources. Depending on your level of hydration, water will give you the greatest relief compared to sugary options.

Benefits of drinking water

Healthy Skin
Muscle Energy
Calorie Control and many more!

How Much?

The old rule was 8 glasses of water per day, but new research says this might not necessarily be true. While we still need a healthy serving of water, it may not be 8 glasses. First you can consume a healthy supply of water through water-rich fruits and vegetables such as melons, citrus, celery, and many others. The Institute of Medicines reports that men need about 3 liters of water while women require about 2.2 liters but these numbers include total beverages in a day and water-rich foods. So the next time you feel thirsty, reach for a tall glass of water, your body will thank you.

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