The Secret to Good Health, That's Not Really a Secret

What if I told you that one of the biggest secrets to being healthy and fit was something that you can get free? Would you be interested to know what it is? I bet half of you would probably not believe me or think I’m setting you up for a scam. The other half would want me to just get to the point and tell you what it is. Ok, it's water.

Now I know that many of you have heard this before, but most of you are probably still not drinking enough water to keep your body properly hydrated. Do you realize that 66% of our body contains water? Almost all organs and even bones are made up of water. This tells us just how important water is to the human body.

Consuming enough water is vital to maintaining good health and keeps the whole body working smoothly. Even the slightest deficiency of water can trigger an alarm and we begin to feel thirsty. I'm not saying that all you have to do is drink water and you will lose weight and be healthy forever, but there are many benefits to drinking water.

1. Water helps us eat less. This might be the most important benefit to those who are trying to lose weight. Often times when we think we are hungry, we're actually thirsty. Staying hydrated helps to keep our stomach full and keeps us from over eating during meals.

2. Water nourishes our bodies. Blood and muscles are 75-85% water. Water enables blood to deliver the necessary nutrients produced during digestion to every organ in the body. The reason that we are able to flex our muscles is because they contain water. This is why without proper hydration, muscles spasm or cramp. Our brains also require water to function well. Because the embryo needs water for growth, doctors often advise expecting mothers to drink more than enough water.

3. Water helps keeps the skin young. Drinking water keeps the skin from becoming dry and flaky by maintaining the skin's moisture levels. Water also provides the skin with nutrients. It's the secret of many women who don't seem to age as they grow older.

4. Water detoxifies our bodies. Water not only supplies vitamins and minerals, it also removes the many toxins from the body, through sweat, urine, and mucus. Drinking adequate amounts of water each day may help prevent many health issues including kidney stones & liver malfunctions. Water improves the digestion process and aids in controlling acidity levels.

Despite the facts mentioned above and the many other benefits of water, many people become addicted to soft drinks, coffee, and other drinks that contain tons of sugar and caffeine. These are obviously not healthy choices. Water is always the best choice when you are thirsty.

A minimum of 8 glasses of water a day is recommended. Some experts say you should drink more. There are no harmful effects of drinking too much as long as you ensure that you’re drinking clean or filtered water. Simply drinking more water can be a great way to begin developing good habits that will keep you healthy and fit for life.