Drink Water for Your Health

 

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Why We Need Water

Water is virtually Everywhere from soil moisture and ice Caps To the cell inside our own bodies. Depending on factors like location, fat index, age, sex, The average is between 55-65% water. At birth human babies are even water. Being 75 % water, they are swimmingly similar to fish.

But their water composition drops to 65% by their first birthday. So what role does water play in our babes and how much do we actually need to drink to stay healthy?

 

How Your Body Uses Water

So, you just finished drinking a glass of water. But what does your body do with that water now?

• Water is necessary to help your blood transport oxygen and nutrients throughout your body and to your organs. 
• Your liver and kidneys require water to help your body get rid of harmful substances.
• Water helps our bodies to get rid of the extra sodium we eat. 
• Even our brain is about 70% water, which means staying hydrated helps us think clearly! 

How much water do we need?

Water needs are different for individuals based on body size, gender, physical activity level and body water losses. We get water from foods we eat and fluids we drink. In general, women need around 9 cups of fluid daily and men need around 12.5 cups fluid daily. 

The amounts in this table are average amounts for adults ages 18 years and older. Water needs will vary depending on the person.

Tips for Drinking More Water

• Carry a water bottle and refill it throughout the day.
• Make water taste better by adding water with fruit, vegetables, and herbs. See these recipes to make fruit-infused water:
• Challenge yourself and family members to set a goal to drink your daily requirement of water.

Replacing Sugary Beverages with Water

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2020-2025 recommend that we limit added sugars to less than 10% of daily total calories. Sugar-sweetened beverages make up the largest percentage of added sugars in the typical American diet. [5] Replacing just one 16-ounce bottle of soda with a glass of water every day will save 210 calories. That adds up to a total of 76,650 calories each year! Small changes lead to big results.