Top

Regular Water Intake

Bookmark on - Add to: Digg Add to: Del.icio.us Add to: Reddit Add to: StumbleUpon Add to: Netscape Add to: Furl Add to: Technorati Add to: Spurl

December 1, 2008

Water is the universal solvent. Precautionary medication is the chief approach to health-care in all societies. The idol is water. Water is the prime substance and leading representative for all functions in the human body. The ‘lack of water’ in body eventually leads to disease-conditions.

The reality is, no or less water, can lead to dehydration, resulting in diseases like ‘asthma’, ‘hypertension’, ‘ulcers’, ‘arthritis’, and ‘allergies’. We know water is essential, but, how much crucial it is for us is what we fail to realize.

Regular water intake is the only way to fight dehydration related diseases. It is a vital nutrient, accounting for the bodies ‘50%-80%’ of the body weight. It is an important requirement to act as a mediator for ‘absorption’, ‘transportation’, and ‘dissolving’ nutrients and regulating the body heat. It has also been observed that, ‘temporary dizziness’, and ‘poor thirst mechanism’, can possibly be an effect of chronic, or mild-dehydration.

So, next time, when you think that you won’t drink because you are not thirsty, think twice. As it can be a reason of dehydration as well.

Studies show that a regular guideline of water for men should be 3.4 liters, and for women it is 2.8 liters.

Among the water allowance of our body, our brain takes the priority over all functions. The brain intakes around ‘1/50th’ of the total bodyweight but it receive only about 18-20 percent of the total circulated blood. Water also helps in transporting oxygen through our blood to our brain cells.

The modern lifestyle has made people dependent on synthetic juices and sodas. This is a classic example of ‘self-imposed restriction’ of the requirements of human body. Because, these synthetic products does not subsidize to water, they contain dehydrating agents, which dehydrate the body more.

We should remember that water is a universal solvent, which should be respected and the daily intake of water should be monitored regularly for the betterment of health.


Comments

Got something to say? Join the conversation and leave a comment below.
and oh, if you want a pic to show with your comment, go get a gravatar!

You must be logged in to post a comment.

What's More today?

How foot spa detoxes the body and reduces stress

Stress is the buzzword that drives us haywire. Stress awaits us at every juncture of life. It is there... 

Diet for help in Knee pains and inflammation

While we age we are bound to develop some problem with our limbs. It is the knees that get affected... 

Green tea – your way to a slimmer waist

We all long for that slim waist which has been a thing of the past since our teens. Indeed lots of exercising... 

Skin Problems and how to solve them

As we age we face many types of skin problems. The skin starts aging fast and you start facing a lot... 

Natural Health Supplements – are they of any use?

If you are looking to buy health supplements you should go for those that are natural and now you can... 

Menopause and sleep related problems

Menopause is that phase in a woman’s body when it stops releasing the eggs monthly and also stops the... 

How to Keep Your Long Distance Relationship Alive

Long distance relationships are tough to carry on, but it has its sweet memories and lingering expectations... 

How Music can Help You Fight Stress

Music is one of the supreme ways to unwind and deal with stress. Listening to soft music eventually calms... 

Control Plaque and Maintain Oral Hygiene

Oral hygiene is an absolute must. Often, improper oral hygiene can lead to certain ailments like stomach... 

How to Get that Perfect Smile

Smile is the best accessory that one can flaunt. It has been seen that a sweet smile is enough to break... 

Know All About Purifying Water

Water is essential for living. We simply cannot live without drinking water. However, if water is not... 

How to Have a Beautiful Body

According to Margaret Hangerford, “beauty is in the eyes of the beholder” !! But in order to enhance... 

Anemia, a Common Condition in Women

Anemia, also spelled as “anaemia” is an ancient Greek term meaning “lack of blood”. It occurs... 

Amnesia, Memory Loss Problems

Amnesia is derived from a Greek word and is a condition of the memory which leads to memory loss. Amnesia... 

Alzeimers, the Most Common Dementia

Alzheimer’s Disease (AD), also known as Alzheimer disease, Senile Dementia of the Alzheimer Type (SDAT)...