9 Good Reasons to Drink More Water

It is difficult for some to drink enough water during the day but here are nine good reasons to drink water that just might change your mind, body and spirit.


You're made of it

60% of your body is made up of water.  It is the principle chemical compound found in your body. However, your body loses water almost constantly.  Each time you pee, sweat, and even breathe, a little bit of your body’s principle chemical compound is lost. 

You need it to live  

It's that simple and that important. Every single system in the body needs water to function properly. Every single one; and without it we can only live for a few days, a week at most. We can live longer without food. 

It Detoxes

Water naturally flushes toxins out of your body. If we don't drink water waste and toxins collect in our bodies causing loads of problems. Research shows that staying hydrated reduces risk of cancer by as much as 50%. 

Water usually works better than coffee

Feeling groggy?  It could be due to dehydration. Water keeps your intellect sharp, and it keeps your brain awake and alert throughout the day. Research shows that dehydration affects your mood, making you grumpy and confused. The next time you’re dozing off at work or feeling cranky try drinking a glass of water.

Pain Relief

Your muscles are made up of about 75% water.  Staying hydrated helps them recover more quickly and helps avoid stiffness and soreness, especially after exercise. Your muscles also function better when you are properly hydrated.  One of the first symptoms of dehydration is muscle cramping. A bonus: water can also help prevent and relieve headaches.

Water makes you smarter

The brain is 90% water.  Think about it, the command center of your central nervous system is made up almost entirely of water.  Staying hydrated helps you stay more alert and attentive throughout the day. In fact, a study from the University of East London found that students who drink water through their exams generally have better grades.

Water makes you pretty

Your skin contains a lot of water and it acts as a protective barrier to keep your body from losing too much fluid.  Drinking water helps to replenish skin tissue, moisten skin and increase skin elasticity, keeping your complexion looking fresh and youthful. Dehydration can cause dry, cracked skin and a dull complexion.

Water helps you consume less 

We often mistake thirst for hunger; it feels like hunger because the stomach is empty.  The next time you feel hungry drink a glass of water, wait 10 minutes, then see if you’re still hungry. Water also fills your stomach like food does.  Drinking a glass of water before eating and during meals helps you will feel ‘full’ sooner and eat fewer calories.  Not only will you eat less when you drink water throughout a meal, but substituting water for other drinks at mealtime, such as soda, alcohol or other sugar-sweetened beverages, cuts a large amount of calories from your diet. Consider this:

• Glass of wine = 127 calories
• Pint of beer = 153 calories
• Orange juice = 142 calories
• Glass of water: 0 calories

Water makes you happy

We know that the body simply functions better when it is well-hydrated.  Your brain is more alert, your skin is more radiant, your muscles are less sore, your waistline is a little trimmer, and you feel generally healthier. What’s not to be happy about? Drink up.

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