Water – a vital nutrient

The human body can last weeks without food, but only days without water. The body is made up of 50-75% water. Water forms the basis of blood, digestive juices, urine and perspiration, and is contained in lean muscle, fat and bones.

As the body can’t store water, we need fresh supplies every day to make up for losses from the lungs, skin, urine and faeces (poo). The amount we need depends on our body size, metabolism, the weather, the food we eat and our activity levels.

Water in our bodies

Some facts about our internal water supply include:

• Body water content is higher in men than in women and falls in both with age.
• Most mature adults lose about 2.5 to 3 litres of water per day. Water loss may increase in hot weather and with prolonged exercise.
• Elderly people lose about 2 litres per day.
• An air traveller can lose approximately 1.5 litres of water during a three-hour flight.
• Water loss needs to be replaced.

Importance of water

Water is needed for most body functions, including to:

• Maintain the health and integrity of every cell in the body.
• Keep the bloodstream liquid enough to flow through blood vessels.
• Help eliminate the by-products of the body’s metabolism, excess electrolytes (for example, sodium and potassium), and urea, which is a waste product formed through the processing of dietary protein.
• Regulate body temperature through sweating.
• Moisten mucous membranes (such as those of the lungs and mouth).
• Lubricate and cushion joints.
• Reduce the risk of urinary tract infections (UTIs), such as cystitis by keeping the bladder clear of bacteria.
• Aid digestion and prevent constipation.
• Moisturise the skin to maintain its texture and appearance.
• Carry nutrients and oxygen to cells.
• Serve as a shock absorber inside the eyes, spinal cord and in the amniotic sac surrounding the foetus in pregnancy.

Water in our food

Most foods, even those that look hard and dry, contain water. The body can get about 20% of its total water requirements from solid foods alone.

The process of digesting foods also produces a small amount of water as a by-product which can be used by the body. Water sourced this way can provide around 10% of the body’s water requirements.

The remaining 70% or so of water required by the body must come from fluids (liquids).

The Australian Dietary GuidelinesExternal Link recommend that we drink plenty of water but how much is enough?

The amount of fluid your body needs each day depends on several factors, such as:

• your gender
• age
• how active you are
• whether you’re pregnant or breastfeeding
• lifestyle.

How much fluid to drink each day

Infants 0–6 months*	0.7 litres
Infants 7–12 months#	0.8 litres total (with 0. 6 litres as fluids)
Girls and boys 1–3 years	1 litre (about 4 cups)
Girls and boys 4–8 years	1.2 litres (about 5 cups)
Boys 9–13 years	1.6 litres (about 6 cups)
Boys 14–18 years	1.9 litres (about 7–8 cups)
Girls 9–13 years	1.4 litres (about 5–6 cups)
Girls 14–18 years	1.6 litres (about 6 cups)
Men 19 years+	2.6 litres (about 10 cups)
Women 19 years+	2.1 litres (about 8 cups)
Pregnant girls 14–18 years	1.8 litres (about 7 cups)
Pregnant women 19 years+	2.3 litres (about 9 cups)
Lactating girls 14–18 years	2.3 litres (about 9 cups)
Lactating women 19 years+	2.6 litres (about 10 cups)

* from breastmilk or formula
# from breastmilk, formula, food, plain water and other beverages

These adequate intakes include all fluids, but it’s preferable that the majority of intake is from plain water (except for infants where fluid intake is met by breastmilk or infant formula).

Some people may need less fluid than this. For example, people:

• Who eat a lot of high-water content foods (such as fruits and vegetables).
• In cold environments.
• Who are largely sedentary.

Other people might need more fluid than the amount listed and will need to increase their fluid intake if they are:

• On a high-protein diet, to help the kidneys process the extra protein.
• On a high-fibre diet to help prevent constipation.
• Vomiting or have diarrhoea, to replace the extra fluids lost.
• Physically active, to replace the extra fluids lost through sweat.
• Exposed to warm or hot conditions, to replace the extra fluids lost through sweat.

Although activity levels affect the amount of fluid needed, there are many factors that influence the fluid needs of athletes during training and competition. For example, it is likely that athletes exercising in mild conditions will need less fluid than athletes competing at high intensities in warm conditions.

How to get enough fluid in your diet

If the idea of having to drink lots of cups of water a day doesn’t appeal, don’t worry – fluids include fresh water and all other liquids (such as milk, coffee, tea, soup, juice and even soft drinks).

Fresh water is the best drink because it does not contain energy (kilojoules) and is best for hydrating the body. Water from the tap is also mostly free and generally available wherever you go.

However, milk is about 90% water and is an important fluid, especially for children. Just remember to choose full-fat milk for children under 2 years old and low-fat and reduced-fat varieties for everyone else.

Tea can also be an important source of fluid. Tea can help you meet your daily fluid recommendations, and is a source of antioxidants and polyphenols, which appear to protect against heart disease and cancer.

If you prefer to get some of your fluids from fruit, aim to eat whole pieces of fresh fruit instead of having fruit juice – you’ll still get the delicious fruity juice (fluids) but you’ll also benefit from the bonus fibre and nutrients while avoiding the extra sugar found in fruit juice.

Tips for drinking more water

• Add a squeeze or slice of lemon or lime, or some strawberries or mint leaves to plain water to add variety.
• Keep a bottle or glass of water handy on your desk or in your bag.
• Drink some water with each meal and snack.
• Add ice cubes made from fresh fruit to a glass of water.

Limit mineral water intake

Commercially bottled mineral water contains salt, which can lead to fluid retention and swelling, and even increased blood pressure in susceptible people. Limit the amount of mineral water or choose low-sodium varieties (less than 30 mg sodium per 100 ml).

If you prefer bubbly water, think about getting a home soda water maker so you can just use tap water and make it fresh when needed.

Fluoride in water

An additional benefit of drinking tap (reticulated or mains) water in Victoria is that, in most areas, fluoride is added to the water. Bottled water does not usually have good levels of fluoride. Fluoridation of tap water helps prevent dental decay and is a safe and effective way of providing dental health benefits to everyone.

Find out if your area has water fluoridationExternal Link.

Avoid sugary and artificially sweetened drinks

The Australian Dietary GuidelinesExternal Link recommend all Australians to limit their intake of drinks containing added sugar. This includes:

• sugar-sweetened soft drinks and cordials
• fruit drinks
• vitamin-style waters
• flavoured mineral waters
• energy and sports drinks.

Having sugary drinks provides additional energy (kilojoules) to the diet, but no other essential nutrients. There is strong evidence of the association between having sugary dinks and excess weight gain in both children and adults, as well as reduced bone strength and tooth decay.

Artificially sweetened drinks add very little energy (kilojoules) to the diet and therefore do not contribute directly to weight gain. However, artificially sweetened drinks still maintain the ‘habit’ of drinking sweet drinks. They may also lead to decreased bone density (as people may drink less milk) and contribute to tooth decay due to their acidity.

Dehydration

Dehydration occurs when the water content of the body is too low. This is easily fixed by increasing fluid intake.

Symptoms of dehydration

Symptoms of dehydration include:

• thirst
• headaches
• lethargy
• mood changes and slow responses
• dry nasal passages
• dry or cracked lips
• dark-coloured urine
• weakness
• tiredness
• confusion and hallucinations.

If dehydration is not corrected by fluid intake, eventually urination stops, the kidneys fail, and the body can’t remove toxic waste products. In extreme cases, dehydration may result in death.

Causes of dehydration

There are several factors that can cause dehydration including:

• Not drinking enough water.
• Increased sweating due to hot weather, humidity, exercise or fever.
• Insufficient signalling mechanisms in the elderly – sometimes, older adults do not feel thirsty even though they may be dehydrated.
• Increased output of urine due to a hormone deficiency, diabetes, kidney disease or medications.
• Diarrhoea or vomiting.
• Recovering from burns.

Who is at risk of dehydration?

Anyone can experience dehydration but there are some people who can be more at risk – such as babies, children and the elderly.

Babies and children

Babies and children are susceptible to dehydration, particularly if they are ill. Vomiting, fever and diarrhoea can quickly cause dehydration.

Dehydration can be a life-threatening condition in babies and children. If you suspect dehydration, take your baby or child to the nearest hospital emergency department immediately.

Some of the symptoms of dehydration in babies and children include:

• cold skin
• lethargy
• dry mouth
• blue tinge to the skin (as circulation slows down)
• depressed fontanelle in babies (soft spot on top of the skull where the bones are yet to close).

Elderly people

Older people are often at risk of dehydration due to:

• changes to kidney function (declines with age)
• hormonal changes
• not feeling thirsty (body mechanisms that trigger thirst do not work as well as we age)
• medication (for example, diuretics and laxatives)
• chronic illness
• heat stress
• limited mobility.

Getting the right balance of fluid intake

Not drinking enough water can increase the risk of kidney stones and, in women, urinary tract infections (UTIs). It can also lower your physical and mental performance, and your salivary gland function, and lead to dehydration.

But did you know that it is possible to drink too much water and cause a condition called hyponatraemia (water intoxication)?

Water intoxication (hyponatraemia)

Drinking too much water can damage the body and cause hyponatraemia (water intoxication), although it is pretty rare in the general population.

Hyponatraemia occurs when sodium in the blood, which is needed for muscle contraction and sending nerve impulses, drops to a dangerously low level.

If large amounts of plain water are consumed in a short period of time, the kidneys cannot get rid of enough fluid through urine and the blood becomes diluted.

Hyponatraemia can lead to:

• headaches
• blurred vision
• cramps (and eventually convulsions)
• swelling of the brain
• coma and possibly death.

For water to reach toxic levels, many litres of water would have to be consumed in a short period of time.

Hyponatraemia tends to occur in people with particular diseases or mental illnesses (for example, in some cases of schizophrenia), endurance athletes and in infants who are fed infant formula that is too diluted.

Fluid retention

Many people believe that drinking water causes fluid retention (or oedema). In fact, the opposite is true. Drinking water helps the body rid itself of excess sodium, which results in less fluid retention.

The body will retain fluid if there is too little water in the cells. If the body receives enough water on a regular basis, there will be no need for it to hold onto water and this will reduce fluid retention.

Where to get help

• In an emergency, call triple zero (000).
• The emergency department of the nearest hospital.
• Your GP (doctor).
• Dietitians AustraliaExternal Link Tel. 1800 812 942.

Water – a vital nutrient

The human body can last weeks without food, but only days without water. The body is made up of 50-75% water. Water forms the basis of blood, digestive juices, urine and perspiration, and is contained in lean muscle, fat and bones.

As the body can’t store water, we need fresh supplies every day to make up for losses from the lungs, skin, urine and faeces (poo). The amount we need depends on our body size, metabolism, the weather, the food we eat and our activity levels.

Water in our bodies

Some facts about our internal water supply include:

• Body water content is higher in men than in women and falls in both with age.
• Most mature adults lose about 2.5 to 3 litres of water per day. Water loss may increase in hot weather and with prolonged exercise.
• Elderly people lose about 2 litres per day.
• An air traveller can lose approximately 1.5 litres of water during a three-hour flight.
• Water loss needs to be replaced.

Importance of water

Water is needed for most body functions, including to:

• Maintain the health and integrity of every cell in the body.
• Keep the bloodstream liquid enough to flow through blood vessels.
• Help eliminate the by-products of the body’s metabolism, excess electrolytes (for example, sodium and potassium), and urea, which is a waste product formed through the processing of dietary protein.
• Regulate body temperature through sweating.
• Moisten mucous membranes (such as those of the lungs and mouth).
• Lubricate and cushion joints.
• Reduce the risk of urinary tract infections (UTIs), such as cystitis by keeping the bladder clear of bacteria.
• Aid digestion and prevent constipation.
• Moisturise the skin to maintain its texture and appearance.
• Carry nutrients and oxygen to cells.
• Serve as a shock absorber inside the eyes, spinal cord and in the amniotic sac surrounding the foetus in pregnancy.

Water in our food

Most foods, even those that look hard and dry, contain water. The body can get about 20% of its total water requirements from solid foods alone.

The process of digesting foods also produces a small amount of water as a by-product which can be used by the body. Water sourced this way can provide around 10% of the body’s water requirements.

The remaining 70% or so of water required by the body must come from fluids (liquids).

The Australian Dietary GuidelinesExternal Link recommend that we drink plenty of water but how much is enough?

The amount of fluid your body needs each day depends on several factors, such as:

• your gender
• age
• how active you are
• whether you’re pregnant or breastfeeding
• lifestyle.

How much fluid to drink each day

Infants 0–6 months*	0.7 litres
Infants 7–12 months#	0.8 litres total (with 0.6 litres as fluids)
Girls and boys 1–3 years	1 litre (about 4 cups)
Girls and boys 4–8 years	1.2 litres (about 5 cups)
Boys 9–13 years	1.6 litres (about 6 cups)
Boys 14–18 years	1.9 litres (about 7–8 cups)
Girls 9–13 years	1.4 litres (about 5–6 cups)
Girls 14–18 years	1.6 litres (about 6 cups)
Men 19 years+	2.6 litres (about 10 cups)
Women 19 years+	2.1 litres (about 8 cups)
Pregnant girls 14–18 years	1.8 litres (about 7 cups)
Pregnant women 19 years+	2.3 litres (about 9 cups)
Lactating girls 14–18 years	2.3 litres (about 9 cups)
Lactating women 19 years+	2. 6 litres (about 10 cups)

* from breastmilk or formula
# from breastmilk, formula, food, plain water and other beverages

These adequate intakes include all fluids, but it’s preferable that the majority of intake is from plain water (except for infants where fluid intake is met by breastmilk or infant formula).

Some people may need less fluid than this. For example, people:

• Who eat a lot of high-water content foods (such as fruits and vegetables).
• In cold environments.
• Who are largely sedentary.

Other people might need more fluid than the amount listed and will need to increase their fluid intake if they are:

• On a high-protein diet, to help the kidneys process the extra protein.
• On a high-fibre diet to help prevent constipation.
• Vomiting or have diarrhoea, to replace the extra fluids lost.
• Physically active, to replace the extra fluids lost through sweat.
• Exposed to warm or hot conditions, to replace the extra fluids lost through sweat.

Although activity levels affect the amount of fluid needed, there are many factors that influence the fluid needs of athletes during training and competition. For example, it is likely that athletes exercising in mild conditions will need less fluid than athletes competing at high intensities in warm conditions.

How to get enough fluid in your diet

If the idea of having to drink lots of cups of water a day doesn’t appeal, don’t worry – fluids include fresh water and all other liquids (such as milk, coffee, tea, soup, juice and even soft drinks).

Fresh water is the best drink because it does not contain energy (kilojoules) and is best for hydrating the body. Water from the tap is also mostly free and generally available wherever you go.

However, milk is about 90% water and is an important fluid, especially for children. Just remember to choose full-fat milk for children under 2 years old and low-fat and reduced-fat varieties for everyone else.

Tea can also be an important source of fluid. Tea can help you meet your daily fluid recommendations, and is a source of antioxidants and polyphenols, which appear to protect against heart disease and cancer.

If you prefer to get some of your fluids from fruit, aim to eat whole pieces of fresh fruit instead of having fruit juice – you’ll still get the delicious fruity juice (fluids) but you’ll also benefit from the bonus fibre and nutrients while avoiding the extra sugar found in fruit juice.

Tips for drinking more water

• Add a squeeze or slice of lemon or lime, or some strawberries or mint leaves to plain water to add variety.
• Keep a bottle or glass of water handy on your desk or in your bag.
• Drink some water with each meal and snack.
• Add ice cubes made from fresh fruit to a glass of water.

Limit mineral water intake

Commercially bottled mineral water contains salt, which can lead to fluid retention and swelling, and even increased blood pressure in susceptible people. Limit the amount of mineral water or choose low-sodium varieties (less than 30 mg sodium per 100 ml).

If you prefer bubbly water, think about getting a home soda water maker so you can just use tap water and make it fresh when needed.

Fluoride in water

An additional benefit of drinking tap (reticulated or mains) water in Victoria is that, in most areas, fluoride is added to the water. Bottled water does not usually have good levels of fluoride. Fluoridation of tap water helps prevent dental decay and is a safe and effective way of providing dental health benefits to everyone.

Find out if your area has water fluoridationExternal Link.

Avoid sugary and artificially sweetened drinks

The Australian Dietary GuidelinesExternal Link recommend all Australians to limit their intake of drinks containing added sugar. This includes:

• sugar-sweetened soft drinks and cordials
• fruit drinks
• vitamin-style waters
• flavoured mineral waters
• energy and sports drinks.

Having sugary drinks provides additional energy (kilojoules) to the diet, but no other essential nutrients. There is strong evidence of the association between having sugary dinks and excess weight gain in both children and adults, as well as reduced bone strength and tooth decay.

Artificially sweetened drinks add very little energy (kilojoules) to the diet and therefore do not contribute directly to weight gain. However, artificially sweetened drinks still maintain the ‘habit’ of drinking sweet drinks. They may also lead to decreased bone density (as people may drink less milk) and contribute to tooth decay due to their acidity.

Dehydration

Dehydration occurs when the water content of the body is too low. This is easily fixed by increasing fluid intake.

Symptoms of dehydration

Symptoms of dehydration include:

• thirst
• headaches
• lethargy
• mood changes and slow responses
• dry nasal passages
• dry or cracked lips
• dark-coloured urine
• weakness
• tiredness
• confusion and hallucinations.

If dehydration is not corrected by fluid intake, eventually urination stops, the kidneys fail, and the body can’t remove toxic waste products. In extreme cases, dehydration may result in death.

Causes of dehydration

There are several factors that can cause dehydration including:

• Not drinking enough water.
• Increased sweating due to hot weather, humidity, exercise or fever.
• Insufficient signalling mechanisms in the elderly – sometimes, older adults do not feel thirsty even though they may be dehydrated.
• Increased output of urine due to a hormone deficiency, diabetes, kidney disease or medications.
• Diarrhoea or vomiting.
• Recovering from burns.

Who is at risk of dehydration?

Anyone can experience dehydration but there are some people who can be more at risk – such as babies, children and the elderly.

Babies and children

Babies and children are susceptible to dehydration, particularly if they are ill. Vomiting, fever and diarrhoea can quickly cause dehydration.

Dehydration can be a life-threatening condition in babies and children. If you suspect dehydration, take your baby or child to the nearest hospital emergency department immediately.

Some of the symptoms of dehydration in babies and children include:

• cold skin
• lethargy
• dry mouth
• blue tinge to the skin (as circulation slows down)
• depressed fontanelle in babies (soft spot on top of the skull where the bones are yet to close).

Elderly people

Older people are often at risk of dehydration due to:

• changes to kidney function (declines with age)
• hormonal changes
• not feeling thirsty (body mechanisms that trigger thirst do not work as well as we age)
• medication (for example, diuretics and laxatives)
• chronic illness
• heat stress
• limited mobility.

Getting the right balance of fluid intake

Not drinking enough water can increase the risk of kidney stones and, in women, urinary tract infections (UTIs). It can also lower your physical and mental performance, and your salivary gland function, and lead to dehydration.

But did you know that it is possible to drink too much water and cause a condition called hyponatraemia (water intoxication)?

Water intoxication (hyponatraemia)

Drinking too much water can damage the body and cause hyponatraemia (water intoxication), although it is pretty rare in the general population.

Hyponatraemia occurs when sodium in the blood, which is needed for muscle contraction and sending nerve impulses, drops to a dangerously low level.

If large amounts of plain water are consumed in a short period of time, the kidneys cannot get rid of enough fluid through urine and the blood becomes diluted.

Hyponatraemia can lead to:

• headaches
• blurred vision
• cramps (and eventually convulsions)
• swelling of the brain
• coma and possibly death.

For water to reach toxic levels, many litres of water would have to be consumed in a short period of time.

Hyponatraemia tends to occur in people with particular diseases or mental illnesses (for example, in some cases of schizophrenia), endurance athletes and in infants who are fed infant formula that is too diluted.

Fluid retention

Many people believe that drinking water causes fluid retention (or oedema). In fact, the opposite is true. Drinking water helps the body rid itself of excess sodium, which results in less fluid retention.

The body will retain fluid if there is too little water in the cells. If the body receives enough water on a regular basis, there will be no need for it to hold onto water and this will reduce fluid retention.

Where to get help

• In an emergency, call triple zero (000).
• The emergency department of the nearest hospital.
• Your GP (doctor).
• Dietitians AustraliaExternal Link Tel. 1800 812 942.

Why a person needs water – briefly for children (grade 2, the world around)

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Since ancient times, people settled along rivers, along the shores of lakes, in oases, if necessary, arranged wells. In the African deserts, tribes fought for access to fresh water, disputes have not subsided so far. People have learned how to extract water from underground, transfer it through canals and pipelines. Fresh water is the most valuable resource that is overlooked. In the article, we will consider why a person needs water.

How much water is on Earth

The volume of water on the planet is approximately 1.39 billion cubic meters. km, but 96.4% falls on the salt water of the oceans. Salt water is not suitable for quenching thirst, the internal organs of a person cannot absorb it.

Fresh water reserves are found in the glaciers of Antarctica, Greenland, icebergs, rivers, lakes, reservoirs, underground aquifers.

There are projects to transport northern and Antarctic icebergs and obtain fresh water from them.

Rice. 1. Iceberg transportation.

The role of water in the human body

The role of water in the human body is very important.

• Water delivers oxygen and nutrients.
• Water dissolves vitamins, making them available for absorption.
• Lack of water makes it difficult to digest food.
• Body temperature cannot be regulated without water.
• Water deficiency leads to drying of the mucous membranes of the nose, eyes, and mouth.
• Water contributes to the normal functioning of the joints, as it provides lubrication.

Without water, it is difficult to remove waste products from the body, which causes poisoning and unstable functioning of various organs.

How to replenish water in the body

Excessive drinking of water will not bring benefits, forcing the heart and kidneys to work in an enhanced mode. You should not drink infrequently and in large quantities. You need to drink half a glass of water several times a day.

Tea and coffee do not replace water, they remove fluid from the body. To quench your thirst, it is not recommended to drink sweet, carbonated drinks. They disrupt metabolism and cause increased thirst.

Water is found in food. Soup, milk, compote, juices, fresh fruits and vegetables also contain water.

The most juicy vegetable is cucumber. It contains 95% water.

Rice. 2. Cucumbers.

What kind of water to drink

City residents have access to tap water. Those who wish can install a household filter, but such filters do not purify water from harmful microorganisms. It is better to boil the water before drinking. In some cities, yellow water with an unpleasant odor flows from the tap. It is not suitable for drinking and cooking, it is better to buy bottled drinking water.

Rice. 3. Bottled drinking water.

In the suburban area you can find a stream, a river. Water from such sources should also be boiled due to the presence of harmful organisms. The water from the springs looks clean, but according to the state sanitary supervision, some of them contain pathogenic bacteria.

What have we learned?

Salt water is not suitable for human consumption, and there is not much fresh water on Earth. Water is required by the body to stay healthy. You can briefly tell what products contain water, how to drink properly, in a report for children at a lesson on the world around them in grade 2.

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10 reasons to drink water | articles on the Ecomaster website

About 75% of a person consists of water, but he continuously consumes its reserves. In order to replenish them and not bring yourself to dehydration, you must follow a certain drinking regimen. This will allow you to maintain the water balance of the body and take care of your health.

Water is an important component of living cells. The lack of this valuable fluid inevitably leads to a malfunction in the functioning of the organs and systems of the body. Compliance with the drinking regime, on the contrary, allows you to improve your well-being, mood, appearance, and even prevent serious diseases. Thus, by drinking 8-10 glasses of pure water daily, you will be able to notice numerous favorable changes in your condition and significantly reduce the number of visits to the doctor.

Wonderful properties of water

Water is the most accessible “medicine” in the world. It helps a person to maintain a full life, eliminating numerous health problems. In order to understand why you need to drink clean water, just look at the impressive list of its amazing features.

• Energy recovery. Dehydration entails disruption of the cells of the whole body: they begin to expend more energy in performing their functions. Also, due to a lack of water, enzymatic activity decreases, which negatively affects performance and provokes a breakdown.
• Improvement of skin, hair and nails. A sufficient amount of water in the body provides the necessary hydration of the skin, preventing their premature aging. In addition, water takes part in the process of perspiration, due to which the skin gets rid of impurities. In a dehydrated body, the delivery of nutrients to the hair follicles and nail plates is disrupted, as a result of which the appearance of hair and nails suffers. With normal water intake, the hair acquires a healthy shine, and the nails become smoother and stronger.
• Getting rid of toxins. Proper drinking regimen helps to improve the functioning of the kidneys, which are responsible for removing harmful substances from the body. Getting rid of toxins, a person feels a surge of energy and improved mood.
• Strengthening the cardiovascular system. The liquid thins the blood, preventing the formation of blood clots. According to cardiologists, drinking a daily amount of water reduces the risk of heart attack by 70%.
• Natural “lubrication” for joints. From lack of water, the amount of synovial fluid that provides moisture to the articular joint decreases. As a result, cartilage tissue wears out faster, arthrosis and osteochondrosis occur.
• Headache remedy. Migraine can be a kind of body signal about dehydration. If you drank little liquid during the day, a couple of glasses of water can quickly relieve you of the disease.
• GI benefits. Compliance with the drinking regime contributes to the normalization of digestion and prevents constipation. With a lack of water, insufficient gastric juice is produced, which leads to gastritis, stomach ulcers and incomplete absorption of nutrients from food. In addition, moisture is necessary for the production of mucus, which protects the walls of the stomach from hydrochloric acid.
• Strengthening immunity. Dehydration weakens the body’s defenses. Water helps to increase resistance to colds and infectious diseases.
• Weight normalization. Together with the liquid, toxins are removed from the body. To speed up the metabolism, you should drink 1.5-2 liters of clean water daily. And by drinking a glass of water before a meal, you can reduce the amount of food without feeling hungry.
• Lowering blood pressure. If there is not enough water in the body, there is a compression of blood vessels and an increase in pressure. Of course, we are talking about situations caused by increased physical activity, and not about diseases of the cardiovascular system that require serious medical intervention.

Rules for drinking water

Restoring the body’s water balance requires a conscious approach. Following simple drinking rules will help you get the maximum positive effect from drinking water and prevent undesirable consequences.

• Increase the amount of water gradually. If you haven’t been drinking enough fluids before, it will take your body 1-2 weeks to get used to the new regimen.
• Drink a glass of water daily after waking up. This helps to get rid of toxins and activate physiological processes.
• Do not get carried away with water while eating. Excessive drinking disturbs digestion, as the liquid dilutes the gastric juice and increases the size of the stomach, causing heaviness and bloating. However, you should not completely refuse the liquid, it helps food to be better absorbed.
• Drink water 20-30 minutes before meals. It is desirable that at the time of eating there is no more liquid in the stomach.
• Give preference to pure water. It does not contain calories, sugar, salt and other harmful ingredients.
• Use water at the correct temperature. It should be slightly warm, and it is better to drink it in small sips.
• Eat more plant foods. Along with toxins, water also removes beneficial trace elements from the body. Vegetables, fruits and nuts will help replenish the balance of vitamins.

Think about the quality of your drinking water

If you drink a lot of water that has not been pretreated to remove contaminants, chlorine, salts of heavy metals and bacteria, you can hardly count on improving health, rather the opposite. Those who strive to improve their well-being should pay attention to modern methods of obtaining clean drinking water while preserving the natural composition of salts and minerals.

The most successful solution to the problem would be to rent drinking water dispensers for your home or office. Devices with a built-in filtration system are connected directly to the water supply and provide consumers with an unlimited amount of water of ideal quality with a high level of microbiological safety thanks to the use of Firewall ultraviolet disinfection technology.