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Water and Health

Our body is on average 70 percent water. Part of that water is in our blood, intercellular, Read the rest of this entry »

Benefits of Water


We all know that drinking water is good for us, but did you know that … ?

Blood for 92% water, bones for 2% water, the brains of 75% water, and the muscles for 75% water. Water is also:

  • is the most important part of every body cell.
  • Is most of our blood and lymphatic system, transporting food and oxygen to cells and removal of waste.
  • Also helps flush our kidneys to rid the toxic substances.
  • helps to balance our electrolytes, which in turn, our blood pressure under control.
  • Helps eyes, mouth and nasal passages moistened.
  • Helps keep the body cool when it is warm and protects the body against the cold.
  • Reacts as a shock absorber for our body organs.
  • Helps to lubricate our joints and is a part of the blood, sweat, tears and saliva.
  • Can provide many minerals that our body needs.

A variety of sources were used to collect data, including the Center for Disease Control, Water Quality Association, the American Cancer Association, the American dietetic Association and the American heart association.