The best way to prevent dizziness, dry skin, headaches and to lose weight is to drink water. But how much is enough water?
All creatures on the planet need water, and water is the most important nutrient on Earth.
The human body is made of about 60% of water and according to data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Surveys one average American drinks about 3.18 liters of water (13.4 cups) per day. You probably think that is a lot, but 48% of that number is not plain water. There are juices, sugary sodas, and even 18% comes from food. So, the actual number is a lot lower.
There is a study conducted by the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health that showed how more than half of the kids and teenagers in the US are not hydrated enough. This can cause developing of some serious chronic illnesses.
First signs of dehydration are fatigue, thirst, dry mouth, dry skin, headache, dizziness, and decreased urine output. Severe dehydration shows signs of rapid breathing, low blood pressure, delirium, rapid heart rate and even fever.
Why Is It Important to Drink Enough Water?
Water is very important for our body because our body uses water in all the cells, tissues, and organs to maintain bodily functions and regulate temperature. With water, your body keeps optimal levels of moisture in the brain, eyes, skin, mouth, blood and bones. It also lubricates joints and protects the spinal cord.
You can lose water by sweating, breathing, illness, vomiting, fever or diarrhea. With urination, your body excretes waste and eliminates toxins with water.
How much Water Should Your Drink?
You should drink 25-50% of your body weight in ounces each day. So, if you have 160 pounds, drink 40-80 oz of water every day. If you work out, then drink more water, just in case.
