| The Health Benefits of Drinking Water |
| The health benefits of drinking water are many, including: a clear, healthy and vibrant complexion; regular bowel and urinary functions; healthier teeth and bones; and as an aid in weight loss. The benefits of drinking water are so great because water is essential for life. We can live without many things including certain foods. However, without consuming adequate amounts of drinking water we will die in only a few days. Water makes up about 60 - 70% of the human body. It is the main component of blood, urine, lymph, sweat, and digestive juices. We need water simply to function every day. Intaking enough drinking water produces energy, regulates body temperature, builds new cells, lubricate joints, and eliminates waste. We lose water naturally every day from breathing, sweating, and eliminating waste. We also lose water every day as a result of exercise and/or environmental conditions such as humidity and heat. During the summer months, water losses are greater because perspiration, which is used to cool our bodies, evaporates faster in a hot environment. As it evaporates, our bodies produce more perspiration, using up more and more of the water in our bodies. When the water in our bodies has been depleted, our bodies are not able to cool and we become over heated. Without water, blood pressure rises and the heart begins to malfunction causing the kidneys to shut down. This is very dangerous and can lead to death if not treated properly in time. Home Page | FAQs | Glossary | Contact Us |