1. Water Helps to Maximize Physical Performance If we do not stay hydrated, physical performance can suffer. This is particularly important during intense exercise or high heat. Dehydration can have a noticeable effect if you lose as little as 2% of your body’s water content. However, it is not uncommon for athletes to lose up […]
Benefits of Water
Water is known as the elixir of life, with good reason. Every system in your body needs it to survive. “Water regulates our body temperature, keeps our joints lubricated, helps prevent infections and delivers nutrients to our cells,” said registered US dietitian and CNN contributor Lisa Drayer. “Additionally, our kidneys and liver work hard to […]
Why do we need to drink water?
Why is drinking water important? Last updated Thu 15 February 2018 By James McIntosh Reviewed by Karen Cross, FNP, MSN Benefits Recommended intake Kidney damage Effects Facts Keeping hydrated is crucial for health and well-being, but many people do not consume enough fluids each day. Around 60 percent of the body is made up of water, and around 71 percent of […]