31 Oct 2008 12:49 PM

Five Reasons to Drink More Water

Water has so many health benefits that you would think drinking several glasses would be a natural part of everyone’s day.  However, we have come to love our coffee drinks, morning juice and sodas so much, that we seldom drink as much water as our bodies need.  After all, who wants to spend the entire day running to the restroom?

Here are five good reasons to make drinking water a part of your day – everyday.

Drinking water keeps you hydrated.  We all know that full-blown dehydration can result in serious health problems, but letting yourself get even a little dehydrated can cause dry mouth, muscle cramps, nausea and lightheadedness.

Drinking water helps you lose weight.  Drinking a large glass of water right before a meal will help to fill you up, so you won’t eat as much.  Also, drinking ice water actually burns more calories, since the body must work harder to warm up the water. 

When you are drinking water, you are not drinking other beverages that may contain loads of sugar or caffeine or empty calories.  Water is simply a better choice.  

Drinking water results in healthier, clearer skin.  Water flushes the toxins out of your system, toxins that can cause acne flare-ups.  If you want smooth skin that glows, drink 8-10 glasses of water a day.

Drinking water benefits your heart, and is essential for the proper function of your kidneys, liver and colon.  It also provides you with increased energy and better overall health.

Find out more about the benefits of drinking water here: http://www.prevention.com/cda/article/drink-up/863c68f271903110VgnVCM10000013281eac____/weight.loss/diets/biggest.loser/biggest.loser.diet

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