Many of us overlook the important role that pure water plays in our general health and well being. Not only are our bodies mostly water, but water is required to carry out most of our body functions. Dehydration not only makes us feel thirsty, it puts our bodies in a compromised condition.
Following are a few facts I have learned about hydration:
66% of dehydration comes from inside the cells.
The brain is the most hydrated organ of the body - 85%. Dehydration reduces brain function.
Dehydration causes sugar cravings. (People tend to overeat instead of drink.)
Hydration and exercise help break down and burn fat more efficiently.
Water is required for digestion. If not available - water is pulled from the body. Without proper hydration we can experience indigestion, heartburn, etc. Salt aids in digestion - it helps retain more water and helps form hydrochloric acid to aid digestion.
All elimination channels require water. (bowels, kidneys, upper respiratory, skin)
Dehydrated herbs (the capsules we all take) require water to work properly. (Taking herbs in tea is better.) 8 oz water required for 3-4 capsules of herbs. (Same with tinctures!)
Taking too many herbs or supplements w/out water will actually make a person “sicker”.
The action of herbs is to move fluids in the body. Can't do it without water.
A lot of moisture is lost through the lungs - talking and exercising.
Water shortage constricts the lungs.
Pain can be a sign of lack of oxygen to tissues and/or dehydration.
Adequate water intake can optimize nutrient and waste exchange from the cells - reducing pain.
Dehydration reduces spinal cushioning - can cause back pain.
Many types of headaches are caused by lack of water
Joint pain can be eased with hydration.
Take water for frazzled nerves: reduces anxiety, helps sleep, helps with concentration and remembering, reduces irritability.
Dehydration can cause DNA damage and ultimately can lead to cancer.
Dehydration is involved in kidney stones, skin problems, etc
Water helps regulate body temperature - cold or hot.
So, what kind of water should we drink?
Tap water - no
Carbonated water - no
Filtered water - sure, if you are in good health. It can help provide essential minerals.
Reverse osmosis water - better for any unhealthy condition because it can carry out more of the waste and unwanted mineral deposits from the body tissues.
Distilled water - best for cleansing. Distilled water, along with reverse osmosis water is considered "hungry" water because it is "empty". Distilled water attracts and carries waste material, dead cells and excess minerals out of the body. It is best to drink when you are on a cleanse, have a cold or virus, or are experiencing mineral deposits that can cause joint pain. Many people have gotten rid of their arthritis by drinking lots of distilled water alone.
Feeling thirsty? Go get a drink!!
Water helps regulate body temperature - cold or hot.
So, what kind of water should we drink?
Tap water - no
Carbonated water - no
Filtered water - sure, if you are in good health. It can help provide essential minerals.
Reverse osmosis water - better for any unhealthy condition because it can carry out more of the waste and unwanted mineral deposits from the body tissues.
Distilled water - best for cleansing. Distilled water, along with reverse osmosis water is considered "hungry" water because it is "empty". Distilled water attracts and carries waste material, dead cells and excess minerals out of the body. It is best to drink when you are on a cleanse, have a cold or virus, or are experiencing mineral deposits that can cause joint pain. Many people have gotten rid of their arthritis by drinking lots of distilled water alone.
Feeling thirsty? Go get a drink!!
