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The Importance of Water.
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The Importance of Water All cells contain water even bone and blood cells. Your body needs water to function not function better. In our society it is so easy to forget to drink water - why? Water: * Makes up 80% of total body weight * Is a bio-chemical solvent - it participates in the tens of thousands of chemical reactions within our bodies at one time * Helps maintain electrical balance and acid-alkali balance * Regulates body heat * Acts as a lubricant * Makes up the bulk of the lymphatic and blood systems * There is no part of our anatomy or physiology which is not water dependant * Eliminates toxic substances from the body * Necessary to maintain healthy skin, hair and organs Circulation: * A car needs fuel * Circulation needs water * Water delivers oxygen and nutrients via bloodstream to muscles * Muscles are 75% water Digestion: * Poor digestion of proteins (poor levels of gastric fluid) will compromise hydration levels * Proper hydration...
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