Water makes up 60% of the human body and covers three quarters of the Earth.
Despite its abundance and essential role in our lives, many people prefer other beverages to water and overlook its unique benefits.
1. Health benefits of drinking water
Water is essential for vital body functions and daily activities. It forms saliva and mucus, keeps the mouth, nose and eyes moist, regulates body temperature and blood pressure.
2. Key health benefits include:
– Prevents and treats headaches: Staying hydrated can reduce the frequency and intensity of headaches.
– Relieves constipation: Adequate water intake promotes regular bowel movements.
– Helps with weight loss: Drinking water before meals can help with weight management.
– Eliminates waste: Water helps eliminate waste through urine, sweat and stool.
– Improves absorption of nutrients: Proper hydration ensures efficient absorption of minerals and vitamins.
– Increases metabolism: Water increases the rate of metabolism by promoting thermogenesis and regulating blood sugar levels.
– Reduces fluid retention: Helps the body maintain proper hydration levels.
– Improves digestion:** Warm water in particular helps digestion and relieves constipation.
3. The beauty of drinking water
– For the skin –
– Keeps skin clean.
– Fights wrinkles and aging.
– Increases skin elasticity.
– Adds natural shine.
– Works against skin diseases such as eczema.
– Cleans the pores and detoxifies the skin.
– Balances pH levels for an even skin tone.
– Reduces acne and blemishes.
– On hair –
– Promotes healthy hair growth.
– Prevents dry scalp.
– Reduces itching, dandruff and split ends.
– Thickens hair and relieves seborrheic dermatitis.
– For nails –
– Hydrates nails, prevents them from peeling and breaking.
4. Seasonal hydration
– In winter –
– Drinking water prevents cavities from drying out and increases the body’s resistance to infections and germs.
– Protects the skin from drying and cracking due to cold weather.
– Maintains weight stability during winter.
– In summer –
– Drinking cold water helps the body cope with heat by replenishing lost fluids and regulating body temperature.
– Adding ice, lemon and orange slices to water increases refreshment and vitality.
5. Individual water needs
Water requirements vary depending on activity level, health status and environmental conditions.
– On average –
– Men need about 15.5 cups of water a day.
6. Hydration for infants and children
Infants under six months should not drink water and rely only on milk. After six months, a small amount of water can be introduced.
– Ages 5-8: About 5 cups a day.
– Ages 9-12: About 9 cups a day.
– Age 13 and over: Approximately 10 cups or 2 liters per day.
