Water - The Natural Wonder Drug
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.
Nourishment of the body - Blood is 83% water and muscles are 75% water. Water supplies the essential vitamins and minerals produced in the digestion process to all the organs of the body in the form of blood. We can flex our muscles because they contain water. If they do not get water, they cry out with a spasm or a cramp. Our brains also need water to function well. Physicians advise pregnant women to drink a large quantity of water since the embryo needs it for growth.
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.
Youthful skin - The main source of nourishment for the skin is water. With water, skin is able to retain moisture, suppleness and strength thus delaying age-related symptoms like lines & wrinkles. Water is the secret of many women who continue to look naturally beautiful even in old age. More importantly, water can also help you to reduce weight.
It is sad to see that many young people resort to coffee and tea when they are thirsty. Even though they are aware that caffeine products cause dehydration, they continue to drink them. This leads to more dehydration. The best solution is to drink water. If you do not like the plain taste of water, you can drink some flavored waters available in the market. At least, you will not be dehydrated.
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.