Water World

[jerrywear]

By: Joseph Simcic

What is it that keeps you going through the hot summer months? What is it that allows you to stay out and about for all hours of the day? What can you do to keep yourself out of harms way during these very balmy days and nights of summer?

Water is one of the most needed components of nutrition. You really need to pay attention to your water intake during the summer months. I know how it is. You get playing at the beach, or going out for drinks, and you forget to drink water through out the day. Next thing you know you are feeling dehydrated, have a headache, or just feel a little on the down side.

Everyone needs water. It is critical. We take water in many forms. We get it through our foods, different drinks, and directly from a bottle or glass. We all know it is important and needed for life, but we forget sometimes to take in enough of it.

Depending on how active you are will depend on how much water you should supplement into your day. Keep in mind that if you are very active, sweating, and possibly exercising, you should keep yourself hydrated by drinking several glasses of water per hour through the day. The more you lose through sweat and activity the better chance you have at becoming dehydrated. We don't want that to happen.

The best way to stay hydrated is to keep a bottle of water with you where ever you may be going. Keep a bottle in the car. Keep a bottle at work. Take a bottle with you to the beach or the gym. Drink it during the day and more than likely you will stave off dehydration and sometimes feelings of hunger.

What does dehydration feel like? You have to recognize it. Some of the things you can look for are a mild to strong thirst, dry mouth, maybe a headache. You could feel things like tiredness and even dizziness. If you feel these things you may want to start by drinking a glass or two of water. They may help. Of course if these things persist, you also might want to check with a doctor.

Water is good for you. It keeps you hydrated, feeling fresh, and helps prevent certain ailments. Water is abundant and usually pretty easy to come by. Keep it close to you in your travels and daily activities. You may feel better drinking a little more water during the day. Good health to you this summer and always.

Always check with a physician before starting a supplementation or diet plan.

[1bigpump]

very good article our body weight is 50-75% water.

[1junglo]

I'll drink to that!

[thad99]

Yes good old H2O is the life water of the body. Drinking water is a great thing to do. I was have a bottle of water with me. It will stop me from going and buying a pop. It also works great because if you are hungry it will take some of the edge off so you do not snack as much. It is so important when working out not to get dehydrated. That will only make your workout harder and your recovery time longer.

[melphotographer78]

I try to drink holf of my body weight in water every day just to make sure I am well hydrated

[Baebpowder]

I love water it tastes so good and keeps the body functioning properly

[melphotographer78]

Water is essential for the body to survive I try to drink at least half of my body weight in water a day and I encourage you all to do the same

[bigblue]

For those who do not drink that much water. Come down to texas with me for a week during July and help me work outside. Your ass will get off the soda and on to water really quick. I like my Dr. Pepper in the morning but it is water or milk the rest of the time. If you are tring to loose some weight switch to water should be the first thing you do. Good stuff!!

[Sorensenp]

water is very essential for our body.. I drink atleast 4-5 liters water in a day...
should I increase it or it is good?

[jerrywear]

water is very essential for our body.. I drink atleast 4-5 liters water in a day...
should I increase it or it is good?

its plenty of water for you right now