The unbelievable health benefits of drinking water

Keeping one's body hydrated is vital for heath and well-being, but many of us do not consume enough fluids on daily basis.

Around 60% of the body is made up of water, and close to 71% of the planet’s surface is covered by water.

Perhaps it is the omnipresent nature of water that makes drinking enough of it each day  not a top priority in  many people’s lists.

Important facts about drinking of water

• Adult human body is 60 % water, and our blood is 90 % water.
• There is no universally agreed quantity of water to be consumed daily.
• Water is vital for the kidneys and other bodily functions.
• When dehydrated, the skin might become more vulnerable to skin disorders.
• Drinking water instead of soda could help with weight loss.
• organs of the body require water.
  Here are main reasons our body needs water:

• 1. It lubricates the joints
  Cartilage found in joints and the disks of the spine is around 80 % water. Long-term dehydration may  lower the joints’ shock-absorbing capability, leading to joint pain.
  2. It forms saliva and mucus
  Saliva helps us digest our food and keeps the mouth, nose, and eyes wet. This prevents friction and damage. Drinking water also keeps the mouth clean. Consumed instead of sweetened beverages, it can also reduce tooth decay.
  3. It delivers oxygen throughout the body
  Blood is more than 90 percent water, and blood carries oxygen to various parts of the body.
  4. It boosts skin health and beauty
  Dehydration of the skin can make it more vulnerable to skin disorders and premature wrinkling.
  5. It cushions the brain, spinal cord, and other sensitive tissues
  Dehydration can also affect brain structure and function,since water is involved in the production of hormones and neurotransmitters. Prolonged dehydration can affect normal thinking and reasoning.
  6. It regulates body temperature
  Water stored in the middle layers of the skin comes to the skin's surface as sweat when the body is eating up. As it evaporates, it cools the body. 
  Some scientists have suggested when there is too little water in the body, heat storage increases and the individual is less likely to tolerate heat strains.
  7. The digestive system depends on it
  The bowel needs water to work properly. Dehydration can lead to digestive problems, constipation, and stomach disorder. This increases the risk of heartburn and stomach ulcers.
  8. It flushes body waste
  Water is needed in the processes of sweating and removal of urine and feces.
  9. It helps maintain blood pressure
  A lack of water can cause blood to become thicker, increasing blood pressure.
  10. The airways need it
  When dehydrated, airways are restricted by the body in an effort to minimize water loss. This can worsen asthma and allergies cases.
  11. It makes minerals and nutrients easily accessible
  They dissolve, which makes it possible for them to reach each part of the body.
  12. It prevents kidney damage
  The kidneys regulate fluid in the body. Insufficient water can lead to kidney stones and other disorders.
  13. It boosts performance when exercising
• Some scientists have suggested that consuming more water might enhance performance during intensive activity.

  More research is needed to confirm this, and  one review showed that  dehydration reduces performance in activities lasting longer than 30 minutes.

  14. Weight loss

  Water may also help with weight loss, if it is consumed instead of sweetened juices and sodas. “Preloading” with water before meals can help prevent overeating by creating a sense of fullness.

  15. It reduces the chance of a hangover

  Taking unsweetened soda water with ice and lemon alternated with alcoholic drinks can help prevent overconsumption of alcohol.

  Kidney Damage

  Water helps dissolve minerals and nutrients, making them more accessible to the body. It also helps remove waste products.
• These two functions make water vital to the kidneys.
  Every day, the kidneys filter around 120 - 150 quarts of fluid.
  Of these, nearly 1-2 quarts are removed from the body in the form of urine, and the rest is recovered by the bloodstream.
  Water is essential for the kidneys to function.
  If the kidneys do not function properly, waste products and excess fluids can build up inside the body.
  Untreated, chronic kidney disease can cause kidney failure. The organs stop working, and either dialysis or kidney transplantation is required.
  Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are the second most common type of infection in the body. They account for close to 8.1 million visits to health care providers in the U.S. every year.
  If infections spread to the upper urinary tract, including the kidneys, permanent damage can occur.Sudden, or acute, kidney infections can be life-threatening, particularly in case of septicemia.
  Drinking plenty of water is a simple way to reduce the risk of developing a UTI and to help treat an existing UTI.
  Kidney stones interfere with the way kidneys work. When present, it may complicate UTIs. These complicated UTIs tend to require longer periods of antibiotics to treat them, typically lasting 7 to 14 days.
  The main cause of kidney stones is a lack of water. People who report them often do not drink the recommended daily amount of water. Kidney stones can also increase the risk of chronic kidney disease.
  In November 2014, the American College of Physicians issued new guidelines for people who have previously developed kidney stones. The guidelines stress that increasing fluid intake to enable 2 liters of urination a day could decrease the risk of stone recurrence by at least half with no side effects.
  Dehydration happens if we use and lose more water than the body takes in. It may lead to an imbalance in the body’s electrolytes. Electrolytes, such as potassium, phosphate, and sodium, help direct electrical signals between cells. The kidneys keep the levels of electrolytes in the body stable when they function normally.
  When the kidneys cannot mmaintain a balance in the levels of electrolytes, these electrical signals become mixed up. This can lead to seizures, involving involuntary muscle movements and loss of consciousness.
  In severe cases, dehydration can lead to kidney failure, which can be life-threatening. Possible complications of chronic kidney failure include anamia, damage to the central nervous system, heart failure, and a weaken mmune system.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
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