| Benefits of Drinking Water: 3 Things You Should Know |
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| Health and Fitness - Health Issues |
| Written by Cindy Soto |
| Tuesday, 16 September 2008 14:41 |
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In today's fast paced lives, the benefits of drinking water may not seem as obvious as they once did. So let's not overlook this vital ingredient to health.
In today's fast paced lives, the benefits of drinking water may not seem as obvious as they once did. So let's not overlook this vital ingredient to health. You've heard that your body itself is 75% water, your brain 90%. That little tidbit should remind us that we need water: a glass of water is vital to have by your hand all day. The benefits are yours only if you drink water, coffee, tea and coke are not the same thing. So what do you reach for? Train yourself to reach for water; here's to your health. Drink before you feel thirsty, I'm sure you've heard that. It's only after dehydration affects your cells that you start to feel thirsty. Think to drink. In short; if this one vital element is not taken the right way, you will fall far short of your health objective. Water is essential to so many things: moving oxygen through the body, in helping the body recover from injuries, in detoxification and overall cleaning. It greatly enhances the bodily processes, including digestion and sexual performance. Now for the 3 vital things you need to do to enjoy the benefits of drinking water. 1. -- The amount is essential, 8 to 10 glasses a day is considered the minimum. A bit more accurate is to take half your weight and drink that many ounces. If you are active or live in hot climates, you need more. 2. -- A glass of water always at hand is a great thing. The interval of time is also vitally important. The body needs more water as it uses it, not hours later. Especially drink before and during a physical activity. 3. -- Just as crucial as the amount and frequency is the quality of the water. For years it's been known that tap water has too many toxins, including chlorine. According to the EPA, the chlorine alone increases the chances of getting cancer in one's life by 93%. Bottled water isn't always good either. A recent study revealed roughly one-third of bottled water did not meet even the tap water standards. But even if the water starts out good, the plastic from the bottle leaches into the water in just 2 weeks on the grocer's shelf. So much more to cover on this crucial subject. For now, the benefits of drinking water can be yours if you make sure you drink healthy water. About the Author: Discover 3 more benefits of drinking water in this page. Cindy Soto is the author of Colon Cleanse with Detox Diet a site geared to amassing the knowledge you need to take charge of your health. |