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2/3
of your body weight is water.
Water helps keep your muscles and skin toned, assists in weight loss,
transports oxygen and nutrients to cells, eliminates toxins and wastes
from the body, and regulates body temperature. Drinking refreshing, clean
water plays a major role in reducing the risk of certain diseases.
For better health, drink at least 8 glasses of clean water a day!
“Water is the most neglected nutrient in your
diet, but one of the most vital.” - Kelly Barton
Human survival is dependent
on water. The average adult body is 55 to 75 percent water. Because
our bodies are mostly water, water figures heavily in how our bodies
function.
Aside from helping digestion and absorption of food, water regulates
body temperature, carries nutrients and oxygen to cells, and removes
toxins and other wastes.
Water also cushions joints and protects tissues and organs, including
the spinal cord, from shock and damage. Conversely, lack of water
(dehydration) can be the cause of many ailments.
Hard Water vs. Soft Water
According to Whitney and Hamilton’s Nutrition, soft water (water
with the minerals removed) appears to contribute to a higher incidence
of hypertension and heart disease in areas where it is used.
Hard water (water with the minerals left in) may oppose these conditions.
According to an article in Good Housekeeping, nutritionists have
determined that the amount of minerals in your tap water can make
a significant difference to your health. The article cited a study
in the Journal of the American Dietetic Association that found that
drinking “hard” water may actually reduce your risk of heart disease.
Water and Weight Loss
Water plays a major part in weight loss. Because water contains
no calories, it can serve as an appetite suppressant and helps the
body metabolize stored fat. It may possibly be one of the most significant
factors in weight loss.
Also, drinking more water helps to reduce water retention by stimulating
the kidneys. Studies recommend that if you are overweight, you should
add one glass of water to your daily requirement for every 25 pounds
over your recommended weight.
Fun Water Facts
Seventy-five percent of Americans are chronically dehydrated. This likely applies to half of the world population. Preliminary research indicates that 8-10 glasses of water a day could significantly ease back and joint pain for up to 80 percent of sufferers. A mere 2 percent drop in body water can trigger fuzzy short-term memory, trouble with basic math, and difficulty focusing on the computer screen or on a printed page.
Source: HDR’s SDWA Safe Drinking Act Newsletter |