Twenty Benefits of Drinking Water

1. BENEFITS OF DRINKING WATER Twenty Benefits of Drinking Water and some other water facts Yuvaap © 2022

2. INTRODUCTION Water is the principal chemical component of the human body and makes up approx.—50 to 70 percent of total body weight. Every cell, organ, and tissue requires water for optimal function. Nothing can beat the feeling of drinking a glass of water when quenching our thirst and even preventing constipation. Drinking water benefits your overall body. Let’s discover more about benefits of drinking water. Yuvaap © 2022

3. Some Facts About Water • Approximately 80% of our brain tissue is made up of water. • If you are feeling thirsty then it means your body has already lost more than 1 per cent of the total water percentage of the body. • Drinking water helps you in losing weight. • Water constitutes up to 70 percent of human body weight- but it doesn’t mean you should stop drinking water to lose weight. • Drinking enough water helps in keeping your colon, bladder, and other organs of the body healthy. Yuvaap © 2022

4. 20 Amazing Benefits of Drinking Water Yuvaap © 2022

5. 01 Regulates Body Temperature Staying hydrated is essential to maintaining your body temperature. Our body loses water through precipitation as water is stored in the middle layer of the skin so, if you do not drink enough water, heat storage in the body increases hence staying hydrated is crucial. Yuvaap © 2022

6. 02 Water Aids in Digestion  It is scientifically proven that drinking water before meals and 30 minutes post-meal helps the body to break down the food more easily. It helps your digestive system to work more efficiently and absorb more nutrients from the food. Also, not drinking enough water can lead to constipation and stomach acidity. Hence, it is important to stay hydrated. Yuvaap © 2022

7. 03 It Aids in Making Saliva The main component of saliva is water. Saliva also includes tiny amounts of electrolytes, enzymes, and mucus that together form the oral microbiome, which is important for breaking down food in the body. Yuvaap © 2022

8. Studies have shown that if you are constipated then it is best to drink mineral water along with plain water. Drinking sodium and magnesium-rich mineral water benefit you in dealing with constipation. Mineral water is very beneficial and safe during constipation. 04 It Relieves Constipation          Yuvaap © 2022

9. 05 Dealing with Aching Joints If you are dealing with aching joints, then dehydration might be one of the reasons as the cartilage, which is present at the end of the joints is made up of 90 percent water. If you are dehydrated for a long time then it can lead to a decrease in the shock-absorbing capacity of joints that can further lead to joint pain. Yuvaap © 2022

10. 06 Drinking Water for Better Skin Our skin contains 72 percent water and even though you are following a good skincare regime, to keep it youthful from the inside, you must not neglect the importance of drinking enough water. . It also balances the oil level in the skin to avoid oily skin, not to mention protection from sun and wind. It keeps your skin wrinkle-free and makes it look younger. Yuvaap © 2022

11. 07 Keep your Kidneys Healthy Our kidneys help in the regulation of fluids in the body. Not drinking enough water can lead to kidney stones and urinary tract infections. Drinking enough water will help in diluting the concentration of the minerals so there will be less chance of forming stones. Yuvaap © 2022

12. 08 Helps in Losing Weight Drinking water helps in losing weight. If you drink water before your meals, it will give you a sense of fullness, hence preventing overeating. Also, drinking cold water slightly increases metabolism so that your body is able to burn more calories. Yuvaap © 2022

13. 09 Improve the Functioning of the Brain Our brain needs water to produce neurotransmitters and hormones. Dehydration can severely affect the functioning of the brain. Studies have shown that even mild dehydration of 1.4 percent can seriously affect your memory, mood, and cognitive motor skills. Yuvaap © 2022

14. 10 Better Performance During Workout Your body tends to sweat more during any strenuous exercise so a lot of water is lost, dehydration can affect your performance during a workout and even leads to muscle cramps so drinking enough water during a workout is necessary as it boosts your performance during the workout. Yuvaap © 2022

15. 11 Keeps you Energized Since our body is made up of 70 percent water and our blood is 90 percent water, Our blood delivers oxygen throughout the body and water is an essential component of the blood. So, drinking enough water ensures you are energized throughout the whole day as it helps in oxidation. Yuvaap © 2022

16. 12 Reduces Headache Recent studies have shown that one of the most common reasons for headaches is dehydration. Recent studies have shown that one of the most common reasons for headaches is dehydration. So if you are having a severe headache then you might try a glass of water. Yuvaap © 2022

17. Our body flushes out all the toxins in the form of sweat, urine, and feces. for that, it requires water. Water prevents the accumulation of waste in the body. Severe dehydration can lead to constipation, hampering the optimal function of the kidney. So drink more water to get rid of toxins from your body. 13 It flushes Toxins from the Body RECOMMENDED AMOUNT 0.6L First year 1.8 - 2.6L Teenager Yuvaap © 2022

18. 14 Transportation of Essential Minerals and Nutrients            Our blood transport all the essential minerals and nutrients in our body. Minerals and nutrients are water-soluble and move independently in the blood so that our body can absorb them. Yuvaap © 2022

19. 15 Necessary for the Good Immune System     Water plays a pivotal role in boosting immunity by flushing out all the toxins. It promotes oxidation and disease-fighting cells that are present in our lymph system, drinking hot water during cold is soothing and beneficial for your body. Yuvaap © 2022

20. If you are deprived of having enough water then it can cause bad breath. We have earlier mentioned that saliva helps in maintaining the oral microbiome, so drink water to ensure optimum oral health. 16 Removes Bad Breath Yuvaap © 2022

21. 17 Regulate Blood Pressure Water is necessary to maintain the viscosity of the blood. Dehydration can cause thickness in the blood that can lead to an increase in blood pressure which is not good for your heart health. Yuvaap © 2022

22. 18 It is Good at Reducing Hangover Alcohol is dehydrating in nature, so if you are into drinking, it can lead to severe dehydration. To prevent hangovers, drink a glass of water in between your drinks and drink at least a big glass of water before bed. Yuvaap © 2022

23. 19 Your Lungs Need It When you are dehydrated, your body constricts the airways of the lungs to minimize any further water loss. So it is necessary to drink enough water for the optimal functioning of your lungs. Yuvaap © 2022

24. 20 Helps in Fighting Diseases If you are drinking adequate water, you are less likely to suffer from constipation, urinary tract infection, hypertension and migraines, etc. Yuvaap © 2022

25. CONCLUSION Water is nothing less than a life sustaining drug for us, drinking enough water is crucial for optimal functioning of our body as 70% of our body is made up of water. So make sure you are drinking ample water for the healthy functioning of your body. Yuvaap © 2022

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