Water is a fundamental part of our being and is ranked second only to oxygen as essential for life. The average adult body is 55 to 75% water. Everyday your body must replace 2 1/2 quarts of water. By virtue of the fact that we are such a large percentage of water, it is easy to understand how important water must be to every single function in our body. The body must be sufficiently hydrated with water in order for the blood to carry out its many critical tasks properly. An inadequate intake of water, or consumption of water that is high in contaminates causes the properties of our blood to change and will negatively affect all aspects of the body’s functioning.
Water regulates body temperature, blood circulation, aids digestion and absorption of food, carries nutrients and oxygen to the body’s cells and removes toxins and other wastes. Water works to cushion joints and protect tissues and organs, including the spinal cord, from harm.
It’s estimated that more than 2/3 of all people don’t drink enough water and suffer some degree of dehydration. As a result a large part of our population operates at only 70 to 75% of their capacity, or less. Unfortunately, most people turn to stimulants like caffeine and sugar to boost their energy level, rather than water, which is what our body needs to produce natural energy.
Caffeine, alcohol, and sugar are all strong diuretics that cause the body to lose water, resulting in a further loss of natural energy production and eventually leading to a dependency on artificial energy.
Medical studies show that just a 5% drop in body fluids will cause a 25% to 30% loss of energy in most people. A mere 2% drop in our body water supply can trigger signs of dehydration: fuzzy short-term memory, and difficulty focusing. Mild dehydration is also one of the most common causes of daytime fatigue.
Adequate water intake is dependent on activity level and weight of a person. We have long heard that generally 8, 8oz. glasses of water a day (64 oz) is a good rule. You can also divide your weight in pounds by 2 and the resulting number is the number of ounces of water you need each day. For example, if you weigh 150 pounds, you would need to drink 75 ounces of water each day.
Chronic Dehydration has been associated with the following disorders:
Acne
Accelerated Aging
Alkaline/Acid Imbalance Allergies
Angina
Arthritis
Asthma
Bladder Cancer
Breast Cancer
Chronic Fatigue
Colon Cancer
Constipation
Dark Circles under Eyes
Depression
Diabetes
Digestive Disorders
Dizziness
Dry Skin
Eczema
Fatigue
Gastritis
Headaches
Heartburn
High Cholesterol
Joint Problems & Pain
Kidney Stones & Disease
Loss of Skin Elasticity
Mood Swings
Morning Sickness
Muscle Cramps & Weakness
Nausea
Pain
Rheumatism
Urinary Tract Infections
Weight Gain
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