Water Facts

Water is essential to a safe and healthy life.

1. Drinking water facilitates the elimination of toxins and waste from the body, which may cause diseases.

2. Those with arthritis and back pains can find relief in water, as it lubricates joints and internal organs.

3. Proper hand washing can prevent common illnesses, such as the cold, influenza and gastrointestinal illnesses.

4. Water assists in weight loss because it plays a major role in the metabolism of carbohydrates and proteins, as well as in the regulation of appetite.

5. The hydrating and detoxification qualities of water keep skin smooth and young-looking.

6. Water retention or bloating caused by excessive salt intake can be cured by drinking more water.

7. Drinking enough water can prevent high blood pressure. When there is not enough water in the body, blood becomes thicker and needs more pressure to pump and fill all the blood vessels.

8. Fatigue is usually a mere sign of dehydration, so drinking water energizes the body.

9. Bad breath may be a symptom of inadequate water intake. Lack of water dries the mouth and prevents the bacteria from being washed away.

10. Inadequate handwashing contributes to food-related illnesses, such as salmonella and E. Coli infection.

11. Drinking 12-14 glasses of water a day may increase the metabolic rate of the body by approximately 40%.

12. Hand washing can reduce the outbreak of diarrhea by one-third.

13. Bathing in warm water can alleviate the ill effects of arthritis and sports injuries.

14. Drinking lots of water may reduce the risk of colon cancer by 45% and bladder cancer by 50%.

15. Aside from being calorie-free and inexpensive, water also contains fluoride which is good for the teeth.