Take Care Tuesday

Stay Hydrated!!!

Water is essential to good health. Water is your body's principal chemical component and makes up about 60% of your body weight. Every system in your body depends on water. For example, water flushes toxins out of vital organs, carries nutrients to your cells and provides a moist environment for ear, nose and throat tissues.

Lack of water can lead to dehydration, a condition that occurs when you don't have enough water in your body to carry out normal functions. Even mild dehydration can drain your energy an make you tired.

Every day you lose water through your breath, perspiration, urine and bowel movements. For your body to function properly, you must replenish its water by consuming beverages and foods that contain water.

Many of us have heard that we should drink "eight ounce glasses of water, eight times a day". Actually, the amount of water an individual needs varies based on age, gender, body size, health status and physical activity levels. Environmental factors such as high temperatures and humidity levels also influence water needs.  There are three important rules when it comes to drinking water:

• Drink frequently throughout the day to avoid dehydration
• Drink one cup of water for every 20 pounds of body weight
• Drink twice as much as it takes to quench your thirst

Water hydration is essential for every aspect of your health. 

Remember to listen to your body!

Source: www.mayoclinic.com