Dehydration, or why it is important to drink water?
Water ... What do we know about her? And a lot and a little. ... Everyone is aware of the importance of water in our body. Water is the only liquid is colorless and odorless, which is able to prevent aging.
Water is present in all cells and tissues, starring in almost all biological processes - from digestion to circulation.
Since water performs so many important functions that our body is constantly in need of replenishment with fresh water. Every day from sweat, urine and breath of the body is released at least 2-3 liters of water, which must be filled in again during the day.
And this is just to have met our minimum physiological needs. Water should be for you, dear reader, the most key ingredient if you are seeking to have a healthy body and well being.
Nothing affects our health as water consumption. Water ... water ... this minute! The human body can more or less tolerable survive without water for more than three days.
Have you heard anything about dehydration? Many people believe that it occurs when the body dries up like a straw. But did you know that even when the internal liquid content falls below standards, can already become dehydrated? If organs could talk, they would have shouted loudly: "Water ... water ... this minute! ". However, a person receives a signal of lack of liquid. We feel thirsty and in a hurry rather quench it.
But sometimes the ability to respond to thirst not kept pace with other factors such as heat, stay high above sea level, excessive exercise, and age. Right?
And over time, sensitivity to thirst begins to wear off. When the body is in a state of dehydration, the person loses water and essential minerals such as potassium and sodium. This fact is a lack of water can cause a special attrition. In the first place, may suffer serious brain activity.
What are the first signs of alarm sends us the body? After all
dehydration often creeps up unnoticed. You do not even have time to realize this and are already experiencing dangerous dryness in the body. Forewarned is forearmed! Be alert and sensitive, paying attention to the following danger signals. Why do I feel so bad?
Early signals. Dizziness, fatigue. Weakness, headache. Loss of appetite. Dry mouth. The heat in the skin.
Signals serious danger. Blurred vision, loss of hearing. Difficulty swallowing. Dry, hot skin. Increased heart rate, shortness of breath. The uneven gait. Frequent urination (especially if you have been drinking the liquid).
How to make a "vaccinated against dehydration?" How to prevent the symptoms in advance, so you do not "reap the fruits" wrong attitude towards yourself? Water is everywhere, then to use it in sufficient quantities is quite simple. I offer some practical recommendations to use in my life. Let them become a habit and your good.
But we know that if you want to instill any habit can be at least three weeks. It was in this period I once got rid of the consumption of sugar in tea and other dishes. The term "remission", so to speak, is quite impressive, so I have the right to say that the habit of actually grafted into my life just three weeks. Well, proceed directly to the recommendations.
Greet each new day a glass of water.
While you sleep, your body has been deprived of the inflow of fluid in a few hours. Do not start the day with a morning tea or coffee. You can do this later, so if you want. Eat a little clean water before each meal. Take it a rule and stick in any situation. It is desirable to drink the water for at least 20 minutes before a meal.
It's great to be healthy!
Drink slowly during the day.
Do not try to fill a whole day rate of fluid at a time. Do not allow the body to "burst at the seams" from this overload. It is better to drink a little every hour or two, to maintain a constant flow of water.
Eat regularly fluid rich in fruits and vegetables.
And do not throw out the pulp from the juice prepared in a juicer at home, because it contains a lot of dietary fiber and more nutrients. In a glass of juice, always add a little flesh.
Avoid salty foods withering.
Excessive consumption of such foods can literally drain you. It is known that after the salt thirsty anymore. If you have to have salt, limit the maximum number and be sure to drink a lot.
Away from alcohol and caffeine.
Strong drinks, tea, coffee and beer are diuretics. And, accordingly, promote the release of fluid from the body. While at first these beverages seem to quench their thirst. It is best to drink fruit drinks, juices and plain water.
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