Are You Drinking Enough Water?

Drinking water is an everyday routine that is not taken very seriously. However, it is something to take seriously. Maintaining proper hydration is linked to several biological processes, including metabolism, excretion of toxins, and digestion.

It is said that about 60% of your body weight is made up of water. Lack of water in the body causes dehydration. Dehydration is a condition that happens when the body does not have enough water to carry out its regular operations. The body's tissues, cells, and organs all require water to function properly. Water is used in:

• Waste is expelled by sweat, urine, and excrement.
• Keep your temperature at normal.
• Cushion and lubricate the joints.
• Protect delicate tissues.

How to determine the amount of water you should consume?

A person who consumes adequate water typically has clear or light yellow pee and does not feel thirsty. But occasionally, we neglect our bodies' needs and go for extended periods without consuming any water.

Your body might be trying to tell you something if you don't often drink much water. According to the study, these are a few signs that indicate when you should be drinking more water.

• Dry Mouth
• Flaky, dry skin
• Red, sunken eyes or a dry tear duct area
• Pain in the joint
• Decreases muscle mass
• Fatigue, tiredness and drowsiness.
• Dark coloured urine

How much water should you drink in a day?

The average person needs nine cups of fluid per day for women and thirteen cups for males. Water is best, but some drinks like milk and juice are mostly water. Drinks including beer, wine, coffee, tea, and soda that are high in sugar, alcohol, or caffeine should be used in moderation. About 20% of the fluids required each day are obtained from food.

When should you drink water during the day?

• Drink an extra cup or two of water after exercising, in hot or humid weather.
• Drink a glass of water with every meal, between meals, and before, during, and after exercising.
• If you are hungry, drink water. Sometimes thirst is confused with hunger.
• When you get up, have at least two glasses of water. Drinking water on an empty stomach is very healthy and it's a natural and quick way to activate the body.
• A glass half an hour before eating. Facilitates digestion after meals.
• A glass before bathing. It helps lower blood pressure.
• Two glasses in the afternoon. It keeps you hydrated, especially in very hot times.
• A glass before going to bed. The body also needs water during sleep.