A mystery? No, this is a simple one. Super cheap refreshing and it is better for your health than any other drink out there.
Many people adore “100%” fruit juices, performance-enhancing special electrolyte drinks, and sodas. But, most of the juices are not actually healthy. It is better to eat the actual fruit because it is not just one teaspoon of sugar in these sodas, not even four or five, it is often eight, ten or more. There is no sugar or artificial anything in this “mysterious” drink of ours. You do not gain weight from it and in fact, you lose weight. Here are the benefits:
- Rehydrates
- Good for the skin
- Reduces headaches and fainting
- Helps bowel stay regular
- Treats fevers and diarrhea
- Reduces kidney stones
- The best cure for hangovers
So, what can that magical drink be? H2O, indeed. The almighty water, we tend to forget what a miracle drink it is. People who drink more water have best blood sugar readings and are the most hydrated compared to people who do not drink that much water. The National Institute of Health had a study where two groups of people had to drink a specified amount of water. The first one drank 3-4, or more than 5 glasses, whereas the second one drank only 2 glasses a day. People who drank more had half the rate of heart disease.
How much should you have?
The science behind this points not to a number but more to the genius of our body. If you are thirsty that means you are already dehydrated, hence you need to drink more water. Especially if your urine is not clear. Dehydration can have a notable effect if you lose as little as 2% of your body’s water content. However, it is not uncommon for athletes to lose up to 6-10% of their water weight via sweat. Leads to reduced motivation increased fatigue and make exercise feel much more irritable, both physically and mentally.
If we are active, is water enough?
A study who used to compare tap water, coconut water, and sports drinks on athletes showed that regular water was effective as fancier drinks with much better marketing programs. You are 70 percent water, so let’s keep it that way.
Replace you color and colored drinks with plain water. That is it. Fill up your water bottle before getting to the car. When you are outside sitting somewhere, and the waiter approaches you, ask him for water. Get a bigger glass.
The more you drink the more your body will need. In the morning, instead of a coffee on an empty stomach or a quick breakfast, do not forget to drink a glass or two of water. You will get an immediate boost and your gut will be thankful. When you wake up your body is dehydrated because it worked hard during your sleep process. Your brain is strongly influenced by hydration status. Water is the only liquid you need.
