Friday, December 01, 2006

Water for health

Unknown to many, water does more than just quench thirst. It's mother nature's own prescription for life and health. Eight glasses of water a day can do wonders for your body.

Our skin needs water for elasticity. Dehydration can leave skin looking dry and dull, drink lots of water. Water helps rid the body of toxins and rehydrates the skin to promote a healthier complexion.

Water suppresses the appetite naturally and helps the body metabolize stored fat. Studies have shown that a decrease in water intake will cause fat deposits to increase, while an increase in water intake can actually reduce fat deposits.

When you suddenly feel tired or drowsy in the middle of the day, you could be dehydrated.Mild dehydration is one of the most common causes of daytime fatigue.Drinking water throughout the day ang during exercise will keep you feeling vibrant ang energized.

Here'sa simple cure for constipation-drink lots of water.Water is necessary for proper digestion and absorption of vitamins and minerals.Water adds fluid to the colon ang bulk to the stools,making bowel movement softer and easier to pass.

Water is nature's most important detoxifier.It helps clean our bodies by helping dilute ang eliminate accumulated toxins through our kidneys and through sweating.

Can't concentrate? You might need a glass of water.Dehydration causes poor blood circulation, which leads to slower brain function.As a result, you feel more tired and you have difficulty concentrating.

Did you know that dehydration causes eye bags? Here's why: Lack of water makes the eye sink, while under-eye circles are caused by thin skin being bruised as fluid drains away. Drinking 2 glasses of water in the morning will help prevent eye bags.

Studies show that water helps lubricated and cushion joints and muscles. Drinking water before, during, and after exercise xcan also help reduce muscle cramping ang premature fatigue.

By increasing your water consumption, you can help lower the chances of your arteries hardening, high blood pressure and cholesterol-the leading causes of heart attack.

Studies show that chronic unintentional dehydration may cause arthritis, heartburn, migraine and many other body pains. Drinking 8-10 glasses of water a day could prevent body pain.

1 comment:

Unknown said...

I agree with water as cure for constipation. Tried it many times and it always worked. I matter-of-factly haven't tasted soda for two years now. My house though is teems with water sterilizers since water is my only beverage.