Water was known to be the most powerful healing substance to man. It has always been an important and life-sustaining drink to humans and is essential to the survival of all organisms. Excluding fat, water composes approximately 70% of the human body by mass. A mere 2% drop in our body`s water supply can trigger signs of trouble with basic math or focusing on smaller prints such as a computer screen.
The following are the functions of water in the body:
1. Serves as lubricant
2. Forms the base of the saliva
3. Forms the fluid around the joint
4. Regulates body temperature
5. Helps to alleviate constipation
6. Regulates metabolism
In addition to the daily maintenance of our bodies, water also plays a key role in the prevention of disease. Drinking eight glasses of water daily can decrease the risk of colon cancer by 45%, bladder cancer by 50% and it can potentially even reduce the risk of breast cancer.
Nowadays, sodas and other health drinks are available. None of them can replace clean drinking water. Here are some reasons why:
1. The sugar in soda, usually containing 9 teaspoons, can over time cause you to pack on the pounds. Much sugar can compromise the immune system for up to 12 hours.
2. Caffeine consumption can cause dehydration and when not consumed, terrible headaches, shakes and irritability. While a morning boost may not have serious long-term effects, constant consumption will indeed take a toll on the body.
3. Sports drinks are said to be helpful for athletes to replenish minerals.However, regular intake may lead to increase potassium leading to irregular heartbeat
Understanding the healthful effects of drinking clean water, lets drink to that…
Sources:
Free Drinking Water.com accessed September 24,2010
Wikipedia The Free Dictionary accessed September 24, 2010
Health Recipes.com accessed September 24, 2010
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