Our organs need water to function properly. Up to 60% of the adult body is made up of water. This is why when measuring weight, water content is separated from fat content and so on, to provide an accurate measurement.
How much water a person needs varies from person to person, depending on weight and other environmental factors. Men generally need at least 12 cups a day, while women need a minimum of 9 cups. However, this is just a general recommendation.
Benefits of drinking water
- Water helps kidneys remove waste from the blood in the form of urine. Water also helps keep your blood vessels open so that blood can travel freely to your kidneys, and deliver essential nutrients to them. But if you become dehydrated, then it is more difficult for this delivery system to work.
- Water helps us restore fluids lost through metabolism, breathing and sweating.
- Water helps our bodies regulate and keep a normal temperature.
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A lot of people do not drink enough water because they simply forget to drink water! Here are a few tips to help you drink more everyday.
How to drink more water
- Keep water by your bedside and make it a habit to drink once you wake up.
- Set an alarm at regular intervals to remind you to drink water.
- Keep your water in visible places like on your desk, bedside cabinet or even coffee tables.
Our bodies need maximum hydration, especially during dryer seasons like harmattan. It is important to remember to stay hydrated. Some research shows if you wait till you’re thirsty to drink water, it is already too late.
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