WATER, that crisp, clean, wonderful beverage that really quenches thirst is responsible for so many important functions including:
1) Water maintains the balance of body fluids which aid in digestion, absorption, circulation, creation of saliva, transport of nutrients and in maintaining body temperature. 2) Choose water over a "caloric beverage" to help further weight loss goals the healthy way. 3) Water helps energize muscle cells during a workout in order avoid muscle fatigue and lack of optimum performance so drink PLENTY of water before, during and after exercising to replace fluid loss from sweating. 4) Water helps skin look great! Dehydration makes skin look wrinkled and dry. The way to hydrate skin is from the inside out, so DRINK your way to optimum hydration and good looks! 5) Water is essential for optimum kidney function. Your kidneys do an excellent job of cleansing and discarding toxins from your body if you drink enough of it. When you are drinking enough, your urine will be light in color, flow freely and be free of odor. Watch for these signs and adjust your intake level as needed to avoid being at a higher risk for conditions such as kidney stones! 6) Water helps you to maintain and move your bowels. Water will help to keep things moving efficiently through your entire digestive system and will help to avoid constipation and straining problems. Eat enough fiber and the water together with the fiber will act as the winning team to clean out your system! HAPPY DRINKING!
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