Water and hydration
Have you ever heard that drinking at least 8 glasses of water a day is essential?
Thirst is the obvious sign of dehydration, but the truth is your body is in need of water long before you feel thirsty” Brad King.
- Blood and lungs are approx. 85% water
- Brain & muscle 75%
- Bones 25%
- Your body loses 2 – 2.5 litres of water every day through normal bodily functions (respiration, perspiration, urination)
- Water is also needed for body processes such as digestion, assimilation, circulation, elimination, temperature control
Aging is the process of drying up from the inside (dehydration).
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Brad King – Nutritional researcher, performance nutritionist and fitness expert says: “Many so-called signs of aging are also signs and symptoms of chronic dehydration including: |  Brad King's Xtreme Health |
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Dehydration is a primary cause of daytime fatigue, which slows down the metabolism and impairs focus, concentration and physical performance.
Next to oxygen, water is unquestionably the most important nutrient for sustaining life. Then why don’t the majority of us drink enough of it?
Coffee, tea, soft drinks & juices are not a substitute for water – they dehydrate you.”
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