Water constitute the major part of all the cells in our body
and, therefore, maintains the proper functioning of the cells. Water accounts
for about 60% of our body, though this percentage may vary due to some factors
like our body weights and the age. We sweat, we urinate, we walk, we run, we
lift weights; all these and many more make us lose water throughout the day.
This lost water needs to be replaced to stay heathy. But, unfortunately, many
of us do not form the habit of drinking enough water. You want to maintain and
improve your health? Drink enough water!
It`s widely said that we should take about 8 glasses of water
a day, but one thing to consider here is that our water intake requirement
differ. The best thing is to never ignore the signal your body sends when it
needs water and, secondly, make a routine. For example, take water when you
wake up in the morning, take it with each meal and between meals. Also, don`t
forget to take water before, during and
after exercise. No words can fully explain the importance of water to our
health.
Below are 10 reasons why you should take enough water.
1. Healthy Skin
Water helps keep our skin healthy. It
keeps our skin smooth and glowing, and gets rid of wrinkles.
2. Energy Increase
Dehydration make us feel tired and,
therefore, lowering our energy level which can be boosted by enough water
intake.
3. Proper Digestion
Water is highly needed for proper
digestion.
4. Weight Loss
Water is sugar-free and has no
calories. In addition, it increases metabolism.
5. Relieves headache
Dehydration is a common cause of
headache. Drinking enough water can serve as natural headache cure.
6. Better Productivity
Our brain is 90% made up of water.
Drinking enough water helps us think better, become more concentrated and be
more alert.
7. Regulates Body Temperature
Water regulates changes in body
temperature. When our body becomes hotter, we begin to sweat, and the
evaporation of water from the skin cools the body.
8. Removal of Metabolic Waste Products
Water removes waste products from the
cells and remove them from the body through urine. Lack of enough water in the
body can cause the accumulation of these waste products in the body, and that
is harmful to our health.
9. Joints Lubrication
Proper hydration keeps our joints
lubricated. This will in turn make movements easier.
10. Reduce Cancer Risk
Studies show that drinking enough
water may reduce the risk of colon cancer and bladder cancer.
DRINK WATER, DRINK WATER, DRINK WATER…THE MORE, THE BETTER!
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