Our body is composed of over ¾ of water and it is also a common knowledge that we cannot exist in this world without it. As a matter of fact, after 3 days of living without drinking water, we will die. On the other hand, water is now being replaced in a good number of the diets by refreshments sweetened by sugar and soft drinks. But take into account that it is still better to drink water as is and is essential for leading us on the way to a better well being and long life.
Our individual water need can differ greatly due to our personal activities or exercise, weight, and temperature. It has been proven through research that 67% of the older population does not consume enough water that is needed on a regular basis. Regular water intake will replenish our body and will keep our body hydrated and working properly. Most of us before we drink a glass of water will wait until we experience dryness in our throat and until we feel thirsty. Keep in mind; this is not a dependable measure of our body’s water needs. We have already lost about two or more cups of our body’s water supply by the time we feel we are thirsty. For that reason, it is still healthier to have a regular intake of water in our body than to simply wait until we feel the thirst.
We should also take note that we must never replace our body’s fluid needs by drinking caffeinated drink or alcoholic beverages. Why? Because these types of beverages serve as diuretics in our body and will cause it to lose more fluids by frequent urination. We possibly believe and sense as if our body is getting more intake of water by drinking these types of beverages, but the reality is that we are letting our body fluids go as quick as we consume it.
We need an extra supply of water every time we exercise. A moderate amount of water will be lost whenever our body perspires. There is a need to drink at least 2 cups of water for every pound that we lost because of exercise.
Are you aware that our body still loses water even while we sleep? Yes it does. And by drinking some water before we hit the sack, maybe a glass or two will do, we can get up with our body performing as it ought to be.
Also, when we are sick, it is when our body needs to have a greater amount of water intake. When we acquire flu or colds, our body will be dehydrated quite fast. So, the best way to prevent dehydration is by drinking water, more water, when we are sick.
We must make it a habit to have regular water consumption. And bringing a bottle of water with you at all time is a great way in making regular water consumption a habit.
