 | Kevin Harp
is a 1-ACT Approved colon Hydrotherapist and owner/operator of the Natural Healing Center. He has 15 years experience in Alternative Healing and Therapy. Kevin is also a Nutritional Consultant. The Natural Healing Center is located at 125 S. West St. Ste 121 in Wichita. You can contact them by calling (316) 942-0053 to schedule your free consultation. |
Health & Wellness
2004-03-01 14:01:00
Water... it’s the MOST important
Kevin Harp
Question: How important is water to our health? How much water should we drink?
ANSWER: Water is the single most important element in our daily lives because we as humans are 75% water, not to mention that our brains or 'control centers' are 85% water. Water is the basis for our existence. Without adequate hydration our metabolism slows, energy levels drop and toxic wastes become trapped causing cells to be deprived of vital nutrients and oxygen, and that is just for starters. Chronic shortages of water are the reasons so many of us are tired and feeling tired can lead to becoming overweight and this in return may lead to illness. It is becoming apparent that something so simple as H2O can be the best kept secret to overall good health. Since so many of the systems that keep us slim are dependent on water it only makes sense that when these systems begin to slow down, we get tired. That is the bad news; the good news is that simply by drinking adequate amounts of water your body can increase performance. Studies have shown that when you allow your body to become just slightly dehydrated there can be a significant decrease in your resting metabolism. Studies have also shown that when we feel tired we are more likely to eat, the more we eat the more tired we feel. This can be a vicious cycle but there is hope! You see if you consume the recommended amount of water daily, 8-10 glasses, your digestive system will work more efficiently. This will cause our enzymes from the foods we eat to break down and extract nutrients that our bodies need to operate. Also, the more nutrients you extract from food, the fewer cravings you will have. Don't rely on your mouth to become dry to grab for that bottled water, make it a part of your daily routine. As we age, we experience a gradual loss of sensitivity to feelings of thirst. The best part is water also fights fatigue-induced hunger and in return allows you the ability to eat when you are truly hungry!
