Water; It's Influence On Health & Weight Loss

We all know we need to drink water on a regular basis. In fact, we cannot live for more than one week without water. Our cells and tissues are comprised of 76 - 97% water. Muscle tissue is 75% water and fatty tissue is 10%. The water helps to carry nutrients in and to dispel waste.

Our cells and tissues aid in protecting and supporting our vital organs by acting as a cushion. Cells that are plumped up with lots of water are very cushion-y. Additionally water helps us with digestion and cleanses our body. It helps to flush out impurities in the skin leaving a smoother glowing complexion.

As for water and weight loss. Drinking a glass of water can make you feel full. Many dieters find that a single glass of water before a meal drastically curbs the appetite. The water consumption can also aid in keeping the metabolism going.

But a common complaint is that the increased consumption of water means frequent trips to the bathroom.The truth is that this does often happen. But what is really happening is the old water supply in your cells and tissues is being flushed out and replaced with new. Storing water is a survival technique of the body.

Soon your body will acclimate itself to the continuous replenishment of water and you will no longer be running for the bathroom every hour. So the moral of this story is to drink lots of water - it's good for you!