The Importance of Water
Water is one of the most foundational aspects of health. It is involved in just about every function in our bodies. Here are some interesting facts about water:
You can live five to seven weeks without food, but the average adult can last no more than five days without water.
Water is the main lubricant in the joint spaces and helps prevent arthritis and back pain.
Water prevents clogging of the arteries in the heart and brain and helps reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Water is linked to brain function as it is need for the production of neurotransmitters such as serotonin and melatonin.
Water makes our skin smoother and reduces the effects of aging.
One of the common questions asked is “how much water should I drink?” To determine how much your body needs, take your weight in pounds and divide it by two. That will tell you how many ounces of water you should drink each day.