Water nourishes and detoxifies the body
It will not be wrong to say that we are made of water because two-thirds of our body contains water. Blood, muscles and bones are all made of water. So it is not surprising that we must keep drinking water to remain alive. We can remain without food for several days but without water we feel tired and exhausted within hours. Water is a wonder drug from nature, whose benefits are many.
Water nourishes the body - 83% of blood is water and blood plays the role of carrying nutrients to various parts of the body. The brain is almost wholly dependent on the supply of blood for its energy and when it does not get its supply, it cries out with a headache. Dehydration is the common cause of cramps and muscle spasms. ‘Drink lots of water’ is advised to pregnant women as this keeps the nausea and headaches at a distance.
Water detoxifies the body - On the one hand water supplies all the nutrients and on the other, it removes all the toxins produced by various processes in the body and expels them from the body in the form of urine, sweat and mucus. Regular low water intake is the main cause of kidney stones and liver problems. Water also helps to reduce acidity in the stomach.
Water keeps the skin young - Drinking lots of water maintains the skin moisture levels, otherwise the skin becomes dry and flaky. Water also nourishes the skin with nutrients and keeps it smooth and elastic. It is the not so closely guarded secret of many women who do not seem to age with years. Regular water consumption cleans away the accumulation of fat and helps in maintaining weight.
Despite all these benefits, most of us do not pay attention to our drinking habits. Instead of water, we consume coffee, tea and other drinks rich in caffeine. It is well known that caffeine causes dehydration and we tend to feel thirsty. But instead of choosing water, we drink more caffeine thus creating further dehydration.
A minimum of 8 glasses of water a day is recommended by most physicians. Depending on your body size and weight, this will vary a little. But there are no harmful effects of drinking too much water. Ensure that you drink clean, pure and filtered water. If you have cold, you can drink warm water. Starting your morning and ending your evening with a glass of water will keep you healthy and fit longer.