Water is life
Why natural spring water is the best thirst quencher and drinking sufficient amounts of it is so important.
The most important facts about the miracle element
- Water (H2O) is the foundation of all life on earth; an adult consists of 70% of water
- Chemically, water consists of the elements oxygen (O) and hydrogen (H) and is the only chemical compound on this planet which appears as a liquid (water), solid (ice) and as a gas (water steam)
- Most adults do not drink sufficiently, women even less compared to men
- Water is extremely important for the physical performance; we can survive without food for about 30 days, yet without water for only 4 to 7 days
- Headache, reduced concentrativeness, mouth dryness and nausea as well as mostly dark urine colour, can often be related to insufficient liquid intake
- On the one hand, water serves as a means of transportation for blood, urine and sweat, on the other it works as a solvent for the metabolism within cells
- Moreover, it regulates the body temperature. Through evaporation at the body surface, it deprives the organism of heat in the form of body sweat
- Our body daily loses plenty amounts of water and these losses must be compensated by drinking
- Already a water loss of 0,5% can result into feelings of thirst
- Sufficient water intake reduces the risk of kidney disease and uropathies because of the flush-out of toxins; it is also important for a regular digestion and an aid against troublesome constipation
- Drinking water keeps skin and mucous membranes smooth and is a perfect ‚anti-aging‘ remedy; it also promotes weight loss because it reduces feelings of hunger
- The daily water amount for each person is very individual; Some suggest 1,5 liters, others 3 liters per day; a part is already covered by food intake as well
- Increased physical activity and higher outdoor temperatures increase our water requirement
- It is best to listen to what your body needs and to adjust the water amount accordingly; Try to avoid excessive feelings of thirst and don’t delay your water intake for a longer time, in order to avoid the symptoms of dehydration as described above
- Pure water in the form of spring and mineral water is ideal to cover the daily water requirements because it has no calories and also provides essential minerals