Water makes up most of our weight. Our blood is 90% water and every part of our body needs water in order to function and keep us alive. From our blood to our skin and everything in between needs water. The oxygen we need to breath is carried throughout our body by our blood which as previously mentioned is 90% water. In order to remove urine and feces from our bodies, water is needed as well. We keep our nose, mouth, eyes moist because of water. Water is needed in order for us to live and function properly.
When we don’t get enough water we become dehydrated. Dehydration can make the outer skin layer weak and prone to infections, kidneys may fail, we can have dry eyes, dry mouth, sinus infections, and we can even wrinkle prematurely. When we’re dehydrated, our digestive system may fail and our oxygen intake may be low. Death can be a result of dehydration. Each person is different and unique in their water requirements; therefore, the water intake of an Olympian Athlete will differ from the water intake of a sedentary senior citizen which will be different than the water intake of a pregnant woman. Some signs that you may be dehydrated include: dark yellow urine, dry eyes, thirst, or fatigue. Maintaining proper hydration aids in:
- maintaining clear skin
- regulates our body temperature by sweating if we get too hot
- water helps us lose weight and maintain the weight loss
- helps improves our mood
Hydration keeps us healthy and alive. Remember to drink enough water for your body every day. A good tip is to drink water when you feel hungry and re-evaluate your hunger level after a few minutes.
- https://www.cdc.gov/healthyweight/healthy_eating/water-and-healthier-drinks.html
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