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09 Jul

The importance of drinking water

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One of the most important elements in our bodies is water. Water is the source of life for all the living beings around the world. It is said that 80% of our bodies are made up of water. This magical liquid has the power to give us energy when we drink it. We are refreshed when we splash it on our faces or bathe with it. If anybody is going through any kind of ailment, he or she is asked to drink more and more water. This divine liquid is so full of life that we canโ€™t think of living without it.

Water for our body

  • It helps to keep the temperature normal within our bodies.
  • Keep your body hydrated.
  • It lubricates our bones and joints.
  • It helps in the healthy functioning of the spinal cord.
  • It removes waste from our body through urination, perspiration, and bowl movement.

Daily water requirements

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It is said that we should have seven to eight glasses of water daily to meet our daily water requirement. Although it is said that we should drink more and more plain water, we should also eat various fruits and vegetables as these, too, contain water with many minerals and vitamins mixed in them. It is said that the water which we get from different fruits and vegetables helps our skin grow healthy and keeps it shiny and smooth.

Ways to Drink More Water

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As soon as you get up in the morning, try to drink as much water as you can. If you could warm it a little, then it would do wonders. Drinking water early in the morning on an empty stomach helps our body to be hydrated throughout the day as well as helps in the easy movement of waste from our body.

Try keeping a water bottle with you all the time when you are out, so that you can have some water when you are thirsty as well as refill it whenever you get access to clean drinking water.

Try to drink more lemonades, buttermilk, coconut water, and other fruit juices rather than opting for cold drinks or other beverages. These watery drinks contain lots of water as well as are loaded with many minerals, antibodies, and vitamins. Such watery drinks help us to be fit and healthy and also improve our immune system to fight off all types of diseases.

Try drinking a glass full of water before meals. This will keep a check on overeating as well as keep your cravings under control. It is also said that we should not drink water while eating our meals as it creates a hindrance to the proper digestion of our food. If you are unable to swallow the food easily, you may take a sip of water; otherwise, it is recommended that you drink water within an hour of finishing the meal.

Keep a bottle of water in your workstation so you can sip it whenever you need to, and you don’t have to go to the break out zone to drink water.

Conclusion

It is obvious how vital water is to our bodies. Drink more water to keep your body healthy as well as slim. We canโ€™t think of life without water, so drink water every now and then and keep yourself hydrated.

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