YOUR BODY AND WATER
By Tara Curran
Monday, July 25, 2011
Our
bodies are made up of about 66 percent water. At every moment water
escapes our bodies through sweat, urination, defecation or exhaled
breath, so it is essential to replace this lost water. The best way to
replenish this lost fluid is to drink 1.5-2 litres of pure fresh water
each day. Try it for a few weeks and you will soon notice all the many
benefits.
Drinking
water can help with weight loss as it is a natural, calorie free,
preservative free way to reduce your appetite. Many people confuse
feeling thirsty with feeling hungry, so they eat when their body wants
them to drink. Drinking enough water will keep our bodies hydrated and
help us to avoid unnecessary snacking. Water also helps to prevent
headaches and fatigue which are widely caused by dehydration. So by
sipping away at some water each day we can stay physically and mentally
alert.
Water
also helps to improve the texture of our skin and gives us a natural
glow. Many people suffer with dry skin simply as a result of
dehydration. Water also helps flush toxins out of the body which can
help with combating acne. Another reason to drink more water is the
benefits it has on our digestive system. Water can help alleviate
constipation by helping food move more easily through our bowels.
Some
people need more water than others, especially those who exercise
regularly or those who live in hot climates. Physical activity and
increased temperatures causes our bodies to lose an increased amount of
water through sweat so it is vital that this fluid is replaced. If you
are exercising ensure that you hydrate beforehand, bring a bottle of
water with you to drink throughout your training session replenish your
fluid levels afterwards.
Our
bodies ingest about 1 litre of water each day from the food we eat.
Fruit and vegetables are full of water so those following a Low Carb
plan, and are restricting their fruit and vegetable intake, need to
ensure that they drink extra water to stay hydrated.
Sometimes it can be hard to drink enough water so here are some tips to help you stay hydrated…- Split your intake into small 250ml glasses throughout the day.
- Have a glass when you get up and one with each meal and snack.
- If you are on the go all day carry a plastic water bottle with you.
- If you work in an office environment keep a water bottle on your desk to sip from throughout the day.
- Add some sugar free squash or a squirt of lemon of lime juice to the water to make it a bit more interesting.
- On a cold morning a cup of warm water with a splash of lemon juice will heat you up and kick start your metabolism.
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