Staying hydrated should not be a chore if you give your water some pizzazz.
The human body is composed of up to 70% water. Your body uses water to maintain temperature, remove waste from the body, and even to help lubricate joints. You lose water every day through breathing, sweating, and waste removal, so the need to replace the water lost through bodily functions is important. People feel thirsty when they’ve lost around 2-3% of their body’s water. Staying hydrated doesn’t have to be a drag by drinking plain water. You can stay hydrated by infusing your water with fruits and vegetables and reap the health benefits too.
Proper hydration is fundamental to every aspect of our metabolism — from digestion and detoxification to the delivery of nutrients and the optimal functioning of all of our organs and tissues.
But an estimated 75 percent of the population may be slightly dehydrated all the time, often referred to as “chronic dehydration.” Studies show that just a 3 percent drop in hydration can lead to a 2 percent drop in calorie expenditure.
Also, the body can confuse thirst for hunger, so dehydration can lead to cravings. Some other signs that you might be chronically dehydrated include: headaches, fatigue, constipation, bad breath, joint pain, asthma and dry or wrinkled skin.
Poor hydration status can also elevate cholesterol and blood pressure, and because dehydration can make our blood thicker, it can raise our risk of a heart attack and stroke. Plus, mild dehydration can make us more susceptible to get acutely dehydrated, which can be life-threatening.
– Sara Vance
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