Drink more water

During the hot summer months we all perspire, some more than others. So we need to keep up our intake of water especially the elderly and women that are pregnant.
But how much should you drink?

Everyone differs on the amount of water they should drink during the day. A simple question but the answer is a little more complicated. A lot depends on the person, the heat of the day, whether they work outside, are an athlete or an office worker. And especially if you consume foods and drinks that are dehydrating like alcohol and coffee.

Water makes up about 65 percent of your body weight. Your body depends on water. It flushes toxins out of your organs, carries nutrients to your cells and provides a moist environment for your eyes, nose and other vital parts of the body.

The lack of water can lead to dehydration so your body cannot carry on bodily functions. Mild dehydration can drain your energy and make you feel tired. Severe dehydration can kill you.

So how much fluid do you need? The Institute of Medicine in the States determined that an adequate intake for men is roughly 3 litres (about 13 cups) of water a day. The adequate intake for women is 2.2 litres (about 9 cups) of water a day.

Now, if you were drinking all that water from the tap then you may be doing your body a disservice. The water can be polluted with contaminants such as lead, dirt, rust, hydrocarbons, algae, agricultural pesticides and industrial wastes. Then of course you have the chemicals added by water authorities such as chlorine, aluminium, fluoride and copper and you have a foul smelling and foul tasting toxic cocktail. You may also be ingesting E. coli, Cholera, Salmonella, Cryptosporidium and Giardia.

Not a very healthy combination! A Southern Cross Pottery filter can help you.