THE IMPORTANCE OF WATER
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75% of Americans are
chronically dehydrated.
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In 37% of Americans,
the thirst mechanism is so weak that it is often mistaken for hunger.
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Even MILD dehydration
will slow down one's metabolism as much as 3%.
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One glass of water will
shut down
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Lack of water, the #1
trigger of daytime fatigue.
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Preliminary research
indicates that 8-10 glasses of water a day could significantly ease back and
joint pain for up to 80% of sufferers.
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A mere 2% drop in body
water can trigger fuzz short-term memory, trouble with basic math, and
difficulty focusing on the computer screen or on a printed page.
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Drinking 5 glasses of
water daily decreases the risk of colon cancer by 45%, plus it can slash the
risk of breast cancer by 79%, and one is 50% less likely to develop bladder
cancer.
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Water is a natural
conductor of electricity. Neurons (brain cells) exchange information using a
chemical-electrical response; therefore, students that are properly hydrated
may learn up to 20% more information than those who are not. This was an
isolated study. We do know that proper amounts of water in the body allows for
homeostasis, which creates optimal learning.