Importance of water….I hate it!

Posted January 20, 2008
File under: Calories, Motivation, Weight Loss

I found this web site that had this listed and i knew everyone should read it, so I passed it along with this blog…..

2/3 of your body weight is water. 

Water helps keep your muscles and skin toned, assists in weight loss, transports oxygen and nutrients to cells, eliminates toxins and wastes from the body, and regulates body temperature. Drinking refreshing, clean water plays a major role in reducing the risk of certain diseases.

For better health, drink at least 8 glasses of clean water a day!

“Water is the most neglected nutrient in your diet, but one of the most vital.” - Kelly Barton

Human survival is dependent on water. The average adult body is 55 to 75 percent water. Because our bodies are mostly water, water figures heavily in how our bodies function. 

Aside from helping digestion and absorption of food, water regulates body temperature, carries nutrients and oxygen to cells, and removes toxins and other wastes. 

Water also cushions joints and protects tissues and organs, including the spinal cord, from shock and damage. Conversely, lack of water (dehydration) can be the cause of many ailments.

Hard Water vs. Soft Water
According to Whitney and Hamilton’s Nutrition, soft water (water with the minerals removed) appears to contribute to a higher incidence of hypertension and heart disease in areas where it is used. 

Hard water (water with the minerals left in) may oppose these conditions.
According to an article in Good Housekeeping, nutritionists have determined that the amount of minerals in your tap water can make a significant difference to your health. The article cited a study in the Journal of the American Dietetic Association that found that drinking “hard” water may actually reduce your risk of heart disease. 

Water and Weight Loss
Water plays a major part in weight loss. Because water contains no calories, it can serve as an appetite suppressant and helps the body metabolize stored fat. It may possibly be one of the most significant factors in weight loss.

Also, drinking more water helps to reduce water retention by stimulating the kidneys. Studies recommend that if you are overweight, you should add one glass of water to your daily requirement for every 25 pounds over your recommended weight.

Fun Water Facts

Seventy-five percent of Americans are chronically dehydrated. This likely applies to half of the world population. Preliminary research indicates that 8-10 glasses of water a day could significantly ease back and joint pain for up to 80 percent of sufferers. A mere 2 percent drop in body water can trigger fuzzy short-term memory, trouble with basic math, and difficulty focusing on the computer screen or on a printed page.

Source: HDR’s SDWA Safe Drinking Act Newsletter

7 Comments so far

  1. hawkeyekak @ January 20th, 2008

    Thanks, Angie. That’s interesting! :) I know that after getting dehydrated a month or so ago, and seeing how dry and old looking my skin got - it clicked for me that water truly is the foundation for our physical health. Now that I’m drinking a lot of water (and NOT too much - thanks Mark!) I’m noticing my skin is much smoother and younger looking. I LOVE IT!

    THanks again for posting this info (even though on my screen it’s a little hard to read for some reason it runs to the right?)

  2. JustJane47 @ January 20th, 2008

    Thanks for sharing this. It was really interesting, alot I never knew about water.
    It did post a bit funny on my screen also..seemed to run all the way to the right. But I muddled through and read it. Thanks again!!!

  3. kamaperry @ January 20th, 2008

    Thanks! I knew drinking alot was good but had no idea of all the stuff it does, thanks!

  4. squiggly @ January 20th, 2008

    Thanks for sharing the info. I am going to work harder on getting my water in.

  5. tashadiekan77 @ January 20th, 2008

    Water water water! I am gonna turn into a fish! LOL

  6. DeannaLynnCox @ January 20th, 2008

    Yeah water is so important. I’ve been making myself drink water a lot and I haven’t been drinking caffeine a lot. Also for anyone who have problems drinking water just think you can drink the flavored waters and also the crystal light beverages because they are mostly made of water and they are healthy for you.

  7. snywalker @ January 22nd, 2008

    75%!!! That means that 3 out of 4 people are dehydrated. That is Crazy.

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