Water - The Magic Elixir

I noticed the other day that I have, for some reason unknown to me, almost completely stopped drinking water in the past two-weeks. Sometimes when we are running through our busy day it is really hard to remember to eat lunch, say nothing about remembering to drink the amount of water our body needs! So I wanted to post a friendly reminder about how important it is to drink water and what it does for our bodies.

Nine reasons water is important:

1.       The human body is made up of 75% water and the human brain is 85% water.

2.       Water is in every cell, tissue and organ in our body.

3.       Without adequate water the body cannot be healthy and is at higher risk for disease and illness.

4.       Water is the foundation of life

5.       Water generates life on the planet

6.       Water helps your body keep a normal temperature

7.       Water lubricates and cushions your joints

8.       Water protects your spinal cord and other sensitive tissues

9.       Water gets rid of wastes through urination, perspiration and bowel movements

Here are some signs that you may not be getting enough water:

·         Backaches

·         Headaches

·         Digestive problems

·         Fatigue

·         Hunger

·         Sugar cravings

·         Confusion.

There is no substitute for water; Coffee, tea, soda, alcohol and energy drinks are not water!  They contain water, but they also contain dehydrating agents. These drinks will not replenish the water supply your body needs.

In your travels today try drinking a glass of water when you feel hungry, tired, have a headaches or a sugar craving. Have an 8oz glass of water first, before you eat, take a pain reliever or go for another cup of coffee, see how it makes you feel… I think you will be pleasantly surprised.