Water
is ranked second only to oxygen as essential for life. Your overall body weight
is 2/3 water. A person can survive about two months without food, but only a few
days without water. Every system in your body depends on water to function.
Water is essential to your body's temperature regulation, keeping it cool
through perspiration. It flushes out toxins and wastes. Also is a major
component of blood which carries nutrients and oxygen to and from all cells.
Additionally, water provides a moist environment for all body tissues. It is the major
component of saliva and mucous which lubricates the membranes that line our
digestive system beginning with the mouth. Mucous membranes in the nose and eyes
function better when well hydrated. It cushions joints and protects tissues and
organs like the brain from shock and damage. Water helps maintain a healthy
weight. It is hard to distinguish between hunger and thirst. If you feel hungry,
drink some water first and then reassess your hunger status. Each day your body
can lose 2-3 quarts of water through sweat, urination, excretion and breathing.
The body loses even more water if you exercise, live in hot or dry climates,
consume high fiber diets, and consume caffeine or alcohol. It is recommended to
drink 8-10 cups of fluid a day. So don't wait till your thirsty, you may already
be dehydrated.
Post written by Michael Massafra, Training Director, FACTS Fitness
Great information. This works great for me. Thanks for sharing this :)
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