Take a look at some of the amazing vital functions of H20.
A human body is made up of approximately 60% water and is responsible for numerous vital functions in the body. Water:
• Regulates your body temperature.
• Helps your body digest food and absorb nutrients.
• Helps flush out waste.
• Moistens oxygen for breathing.
• Lubricates your joints.
• Makes up 75% of your brain, 75% of your muscles, 22% of your bones and 83% of your blood.
To prevent dehydration, you need to drink an adequate amount of water per day.
The recommended amount of water per day is eight, 8-ounce glasses which is two liters, or half a gallon. If you are not drinking enough water, your body will begin to give you some warning signs. Some of the most common signs of dehydration are feeling tired, overheated, chronic joint pain and headaches. Take a look at other signs and keep hydrated, especially during the summer heat.
Feel hungry? Drink water. It’s easy to confuse being thirsty with being hungry.
Children gain heat faster than adults when the outside temperature is higher than their body temperature.
Your body is telling you it’s thirsty when you are dehydrated.
Check the color of your urine. The ideal color is a very pale yellow. The more transparent, the more hydrated you are.
Drink plenty of water before and during physical activity. Sweat equals water loss.
Research suggests drinking water can contribute to a healthy weight loss plan.
Did you know that watermelon is made of 96% water and a great way to hydrate these hot summer days? The Watermelon and Lime Aguas Frescas recipe below is full of natural sweetness and will be a great way to keep hydrated. Make for your next barbeque or just keep in the fridge for the family to enjoy.
Aguas Frescas Watermelon and Lime
(Makes eight servings)
5 cups seedless watermelon cubed
3 cups water divided
5-6 mint leaves
1 lime sliced for garnish
1 cup ice
Combine watermelon, 1 cup of water and mint leaves into a blender until liquefied. Pour the watermelon mixture into a 2-quart pitcher, add 2 cups of water and ice, stir together.
Garnish the drink with thinly sliced lime rings and enjoy.
Serve or store in refrigerator up to two days.
Tip: Use a strainer when pouring the liquefied watermelon into the 2-quart pitcher for a thinner consistency.
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