Drinking water, why it's really important

You've probably heard about drinking. Keeping up a drinking regime is important not only to prevent dehydration. Why is drinking enough really important?

Drinking water in the body

The body's drinking water consists of:

• 85% of the blood
• 75% muscle
• 22% of bone

What else is drinking related to?

Not only is it an essential part of the body, but it also has other functions:

• Hydrates oxygen for breathing
• Helps convert food into energy
• Helps the body absorb nutrients
• Important for proper absorption of water-soluble vitamins
• Removes waste from the body

How to ensure adequate drinking

For many, drinking enough is a nut to crack.

How to ensure a sufficient drinking regime? Keep a water bottle with you at all times. Try to drink at least 1 to 2 litres of water a day. You can flavour your water with citrus fruits or herbs to improve the taste.