The Why Behind Why You Need Water.

Water. It’s vital to our existence. We all know it is important, and we all know we should be doing it. But do we know why? For starters, did you know water makes up 90 percent of brain weight? It also makes up 60 percent of your body weight. Adequate hydration is essential for your body to function.

If that isn’t enough to convince you to drink more, here are five fantastic reasons water is important to your health:

1. It helps weight loss. Water helps you feel full longer, without adding any additional calories. Drinking it or eating foods with a high water content can be a big help in managing your weight
2. It aids in digestion. It aids in constipation and other abdominal issues, especially those suffering from irritable bowel syndrome. It helps to move the digestive process along and through the system.
3. It boots energy. It delivers important nutrients to all of our cells, especially muscle cells, postponing muscle fatigue
4. It hydrates skin. Forget expensive creams and cure-alls, water is the best defense against aging and wrinkles in the skin.
5. It detoxifies. Moves toxins through your system faster, and optimizes kidney function. Inadequate hydration means inadequate kidney function.

The guideline recommended amount is eight glasses per day, though this varies from person to person. Those who exercise regularly, work outside, or have chronic medical conditions should consume more hydration to compensate for more water loss.

Remember, water is your friend, and proper hydration is a key to good health.