Fun Water Facts!

It is estimated that the human body is made up of about 60 to 70 percent water. Muscles, organs, and blood are mostly water, and the body needs water to regulate body temperature and to provide the means for nutrients to travel to your organs. In addition, water is also important because it transports oxygen to your cells, removes wastes, and protects your joints and organs.

Many of us may have read that eight glasses of water is the daily recommended intake, but a better estimate would be to take your body weight in pounds and divide that number in half. For example, if you weigh 140 pounds, you would need to drink at least 70 ounces of water per day, and even more if you are active. In addition, if you are drinking alcohol or traveling on an airplane, you should also increase your water intake, as both activities tend to make people dehydrated. Although approximately twenty percent of your water comes from your food, the rest of your water should come from the beverages you drink, and your best bet is still fresh water.

If drinking enough water seems difficult, try having a bottle handy at all times when on the go, and consider purchasing a water dispenser such as the NewAir AI-400SB to ensure you have a fresh glass of refreshing water at home whenever you need it. Here are some more fun facts about water:

1. Stay Hydrated and Lose Weight - Because water has no fat, no calories, and no cholesterol, it is the perfect beverage for those watching their weight. As well, instead of snacking on junk food, try drinking a glass of water. Many people often mistake dehydration for hunger.
2. Feel Good - Scientific studies have shown that water loss of even a mere 2 percent of your body weight can have a drastic effect on your physical endurance and mental clarity.
3. Quench Your Kids’ Thirsts - Children lose proportionally more fluids through sweat than adults, and it is important to ensure your kids drink enough water. In addition, water is much healthier (and cheaper!) than sugary juices or soft drinks.
4. Stave Off the Heat - Vigorous exercise, travel, and hot weather all increase your body’s need for water.
5. Feed Those Cells - Water is considered an important nutrient for every cell in your body.
6. Blood is Thicker Than Water - Seventy nine percent of blood is water.
7. Don’t Forget Cold Weather - Drinking more water in the summer is obvious, but cold weather can also dehydrate you as well, so it is best to carry a bottle of water with you at all times.
8. Protect Yourself - Water is a natural shock absorber and protects vital organs such as the interior of your eyes, your brain, and spinal cord.