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How Much Water Should We Drink in a Day and How Big a Health Risk is Drinking too Much Water?

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Water is most important because it is the source of life. But the how much water is necessary for us to drink daily? While drinking less water can be a health hazard, consuming too much water can also be fatal. Water  maintains about 60% of our total body weight. It is present in our cells, organs, blood, and various parts of our body. Dr. Nidia Rodriguez Sanchez, a hydration expert at the University of Stirling in Scotland, says that ‘Water is a nutrient in itself.’ We focus on protein,   vitamins,  carbohydrates, and fiber, but we don't consider water as an important nutrient in for lives. Water plays an important role in all of our bodily functions. According to Howard Medical School, some of the important functions of water in our body are as follows: ·         It carries nutrients and oxygen  to cells. ·         It flushes out harmful bacteria from the bladder. ·    ...

The Watermelon Health Benefits

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  Antioxidants and minerals are abundant in watermelon. Apart from providing hydration assistance, it could also advance many areas of health, such as cardiovascular health, and avert specific medical ailments. J uicy and sweet, watermelon is a centuries-old fruit that many consider to be the ideal delight to slake your thirst in the summertime. Vitamins A and C are among the many minerals and antioxidants found in watermelon, which has brilliant red flesh and tiny seeds all throughout. These are a few of watermelon's health advantages. Keeps You Properly Hydrated Your body needs to stay hydrated in order to function properly. A sufficient amount of water is necessary for several body functions, including regulating body temperature, facilitating regular organ function, delivering nutrients to cells, and maintaining alertness. Consuming foods high in water content may assist in providing your body with the necessary amount of water for optimal performance. Watermelon can be...