Drink Water!
Water, The Essential Component of Life:
Everyone knows that water is an essential component of life and has many healthy benefits, yet the majority of Americans still don’t drink enough water on a daily basis. Although the Mayo Clinic suggests drinking anywhere between 72 to 104 ounces of water daily (or more if you exercise), the average American only drinks 32 ounces of water each day.
Benefits of Drinking Water
Drinking water has been shown to boost energy levels, improve concentration and support weight loss. If you’re trying to live a healthy lifestyle and drink more water, here are four fun water facts that will have you reaching for another glass:
Did you know drinking water can make you smarter? It's true! Drinking water really can make you smarter! Dehydration can reduce your ability to focus and concentrate on completing mental tasks. In fact, according to a study by the University of East London, a simple glass of water can help boost brain function by 14 percent!
Moody? Tired? You might just be dehydrated. Water has a bigger impact on our bodies than just quenching our thirst. When we don’t drink enough water, we can quickly become dehydrated, which can have a negative impact on our mood, energy levels and ability to think clearly. Researchers at the University of Connecticut’s Human Performance Laboratory discovered that even mild dehydration can cause people to feel anxious, tense or tired, affecting their ability to perform cognitive tasks and cope with stress throughout the day.
Drinking water helps you look and feel your best. Want to get in the best shape of your life? Drinking water can help you reach your health and weight loss goals. Not only does it act as a natural appetite suppressant by helping you feel full faster, studies have shown that drinking a glass of cold water when you wake up in the morning can also speed up your metabolism. It even keeps your skin looking young and healthy by helping to reduce fine lines or wrinkles that can be caused by dehydration.
It can save your heart. Not only does water help you look healthy on the outside, it also protects the most important organ in your body as well—your heart. According to a study over the span of six years, those who drank at least five glasses of water per day were 41 percent less likely to suffer from a heart attack than those who drank two glasses or less each day.
We, as doctors at Cedar City Chiropractic encourage you to drink water. We want you to feel your best and be your best physically, mentally, and emotionally. We care about you! To look, feel and function your best, make sure you drink enough water throughout the day. If drinking water is a challenge for you, check out our other blog posts for helpful tips. You may discover new ways to drink more water that you might not have heard before.
At Cedar City Chiropractic and Rehabilitation, Doctors Josh Williams and M. Curtis Hobson have the solution to more than just your back. With professional, on-hand dietitians, health coaches, massage therapist, and Chiropractic physicians, we can focus on your overall health and wellness that will allow you to run FASTER, jump HIGHER, recover QUICKER, and will ultimately achieve your greatest wellness goals. At Cedar City Chiropractic and Rehab... We have MORE than just your back!
