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Drinking More Water Of all compounds essential to the human body, water is the most important. Your body is more than 60 percent water. When you drink enough, your body maintains normal fluid levels throughout. Drinking eight glasses, or two quarts, of water each day is necessary for optimal metabolism. It also keeps your urinary tract healthy and prevents constipation.
Don't wait till you're thirsty Water helps regulate body temperature, especially during exercise. When you exercise, you lose water through your breath and by sweating. As the sweat evaporates, your body cools. Replenishing water loss during exercise is crucial for physical performance and good health. Too much water loss will increase your risk of heat exhaustion. In addition to your normal six to eight glasses of water each day, drink a glass before you exercise. Then, for each 20 minutes of exercise, drink another cup or more. Be sure to drink a cup or two after you finish. Beverages other than water can also be used to supply the body with necessary fluids. But be aware that if you drink juices, pops, and milk to quench your thirst, you're getting extra calories. Don't count on caffeinated and alcoholic beverages, since they actually cause the body to become dehydrated.
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