Re: <To & Liane] Are you drinking enough water?

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> Sent: Wednesday, September 26, 2007 10:26 PM

> Subject: [] Are you drinking enough water?

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> Are you drinking enough water?

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> So why is water so important?

> Water is vital in order for our bodies to function; it lubricates eyes

> and joints, flushes out toxins and waste, and keeps our skin healthy.

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> Our bodies contain a large amount of water; in fact about two-thirds

> of our body weight is water. However, we need it all - losing just one

> percent of our body weight due to fluid loss can cause dehydration and

> any more than that can lead to serious medical complications. And

> remember we're constantly losing water, by sweating or urinating, so

> by drinking we're keeping our supplies topped up.

> How can I tell if I'm dehydrated?

> The easiest way to is to look at the colour of your urine. If it's

> pale you're probably ok, if it's any darker than the colour of straw,

> you're probably not drinking enough.

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> Symptoms of dehydration include headaches, loss of concentration and

> tiredness, dry eyes and skin. Ongoing dehydration can cause problems

> with, among other things, your kidneys, liver, joints and muscles.

> Many people are unaware that they're dehydrated; they've simple become

> used to not feeling 100 per cent. If you ever feel thirsty, you're

> probably dehydrated. You should drink throughout the day, rather than

> when your body cries out for liquid.

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> From a vanity point of view - hydrated skin looks younger as its

> plumper; dehydrated skin looks sallow, saggy and older. Just by

> drinking more water you could look years younger!

> How much do we need?

> The Food Standards Agency and The British Dietetic Association

> recommend that people living in the UK (or a country with a similar

> climate) drink six to eight glasses of water every day. That's about

> one and a half to two litres; or a big bottle of water. Children will

> not need as much water as adults.

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> Remember that this advice is based on an average day in Britain; when

> the weather heats up, or you've done a lot of exercise you'll need to

> drink more. Remember to stick to the daily recommended limit as

> drinking too much water can be just as damaging. Too much water could

> lead to water intoxication, which can be fatal.

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> To find out a more accurate water intake, try our online hydration

> calculator. It calculates the amount of water you need to drink based

> on your weight and the amount of exercise you do each day.

> What if I don't like water?

> The most efficient way to drink enough and stay hydrated is to drink

> plain water; a fizzy drink only contains about 65 per cent water.

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> If you really don't like water, try diluting it with a little pure

> fruit juice. The Food Standards Agency also recommends drinking

> semi-skimmed milk.

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> If you're also drinking tea and coffee it's worth remembering that the

> caffeine in them acts as a diuretic, which means you'll want to

> urinate more, so drink a little more to compensate. And while we're at

> it, alcohol doesn't count as it dehydrates you. So if you're knocking

> back the booze you'll need to up your water intake.

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> How can I drink more?

> - Start each day with a glass of water - adding a squeeze of lemon or

> lime to give your digestive system a boost

> - Keep a bottle of water on your desk and drink as you work

> - Carry a small bottle of water in your bag with you

> - Eat more fruit and vegetables - they've got a higher water content

> than most other foods

> - Drink a glass of water at set points in the day - one before lunch,

> one before you leave work, one as you get home etc

> - Have a glass of water every time you drink a cup of tea or coffee

> and every time you eat

>

> Bottled or tap?

> Bottled water is big business these days. Many of us find that the

> water that comes from our taps doesn't taste very nice, so buying

> bottled water seems like a logical solution. There are two types of

> bottled water, spring water and mineral water. Spring water comes

> directly from a spring - where it meets the ground, and it must be

> bottled at source. It can be treated in order to meet hygiene

> standards. Mineral water comes from under the ground, it flows over

> rocks before it's collected which means it has a higher mineral

> content. Mineral water can't be treated - except to remove dirt

and grit.

> Bottled or tap cont...

> In the UK bottled waters are regulated so that the labels help

> consumers understand what they're buying. This means that mineral

> levels must be listed, and it should be clear whether you're buying

> spring or mineral water. There are no known benefits to drinking

> bottled water over tap water, but if you prefer it, then you're likely

> to drink more, which is unarguably the healthier option.

>

> Another option is to invest in a water filter. The filtering process

> lowers the lime-scale content of water, plus it reduces other

> substances that can affect the smell and taste of water; such as

chlorine.

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> Hydration tips

> Feeling intimidated by the thought of drinking more water each day?

> Read below for tips on increasing your daily intake and recognising

> the signs of dehydration.

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> How do I increase my daily water intake?

> Start the day with a cup of hot water with a good squeeze of fresh

> lemon. This will give your digestive system a real boost.

> Instead of caffeine and alcohol, drink water. Caffeine and alcohol act

> as diuretics and cause the body to lose water.

> Throughout the day have water constantly available; keep a water

> bottle on your desk so you can top up your glass throughout the day

> and carry a bottle of water with you when you are on the go.

> Create a daily schedule; drink a glass after breakfast, one before

> lunch etc. You may want to track your water intake, why not download

> our pop up and screen saver to ensure that you drink enough water!

> If you are cold, drink warm water instead of coffee or tea which can

> dehydrate you.

> Ask for a glass of water to go with your coffee and tea in Cafes.

> Drink a glass of water before and during each meal.

> Don't forget to eat plenty of fruit and vegetables as these have a

> high water content and will contribute to your daily water intake.

>

> Feeling peckish, snacking all the time?

> Have a glass of cold water when you start to feel hungry. People often

> confuse mild feelings of thirst with mild hunger.

> Eat more fruit and vegetables each day. They are good for you and are

> 80-90% water by weight.

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> Feeling incomplete?

> Your body is 50-60% water. Drinking 6-8 glasses a day helps your body

> function properly.

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> Unable to concentrate?

> When you are dehydrated your attention and concentration can decrease

> by 13% and short term memory by 7%. Drinking 6-8 glasses a day helps

> to improve your concentration.

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> Are you getting enough?

> Drink water even when you don't feel thirsty; by the time you feel

> thirsty your body has lost between 2 and 5 cups of water!

> A handy way to check if you are drinking enough water; pinch the back

> of your hand whilst resting it on a flat surface. When you release the

> pinch, the skin should snap back into place. If it is slow in doing

> this, you are probably dehydrated.

> Another simple way to check that you are drinking enough fluid is to

> check the colour of your urine. The more transparent it is, the more

> hydrated you are. You should seek to produce urine that is 'very pale

> yellow', 'pale yellow' or 'straw coloured'.

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> Enjoy doing a lot of exercise?

> Drinking water before any physical activity will help keep your heart

> rate and body temperature lower.

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> Like to sing or talk a lot?

> Drinking water helps to preserve your voice function and quality.

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> Is water a beauty product?

> Water is the ultimate beauty product; dehydrated skin looks older than

> it is.

> Drink lots to keep your skin looking younger and more vibrant.

>

> Looking forward to summer?

> When the weather gets hotter your body loses more water.

> You should drink additional water each day to compensate for this

loss.

>

> Trying to lose weight?

> Water can help with dieting. Drinking water often curbs the appetite

> and it is calorie free.

> Enjoy drinking coffee and tea?

>

> Caffeine is a diuretic and can lead to dehydration and reduce your

> stimulus to drink. As a guide caffeinated drinks should not count as

> part of your daily fluid intake requirement. Why not drink a glass of

> water with your tea or coffee?

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> How much water should I drink every day?

> The amount you should drink each day depends on several factors

> including climate, physical activity and diet. The UK Food Standards

> Agency recommends that " in a moderate climate, such as the UK, we need

> to drink at least 6/8 cups/glasses of water (or other fluid) to

> prevent dehydration. In hotter climates your body will need more

> fluids. This means approximately 2.5 litres a day for the average

> person. " Why not have a go at our hydration calculator to work out how

> much you should be drinking?

> Water in food also contributes to your daily water intake. Fruit and

> vegetables are 80-90% water by weight so are a must in your daily

routine.

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> Is drinking water the only way to meet my daily water needs?

> No. Drinking water is a low-cost, calorie-free way of increasing the

> amount of water available to your body. It is also kind to teeth.

> However, water also comes from the food that we eat and other drinks

> we consume. Fruit and vegetables are particularly good as a source of

> water so make sure that you include them in your daily diet.

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> Suffering from heartburn?

> Drinking 1-2 glasses of tap water is a simple and effective treatment.

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> Can I really drink too much water?

> Drinking too much water can lead to a condition known as water

> intoxication. Water intoxication is most commonly seen in infants

> under the age of six months and sometimes in athletes. The kidneys of

> a healthy adult can process fifteen litres of water a day so you are

> unlikely to suffer from water intoxication, even if you drink a lot of

> water, as long as you drink it over time as opposed to drinking an

> enormous volume at one time.

> The key is to ensure that you remain well-hydrated but not over

hydrated

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> Need more convincing?

> Question: What's the difference between a plum and a prune

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> Answer: Water

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> Water

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> Prune, a slang term for an elderly person, due to the resemblance of

> wrinkled skin to a dried prune

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> skin

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> Have a look at our dehydration and you section to see how too little

> water can affect you.

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> http://www.colonic-association.co.uk/The%20Importance%20of%20Water.htm

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