Water, Why are You Such Good Medicine, Again?

Sometimes, or some days i just need a little reminder as to why I need to drink water. Because, let's face it, I forget! I have so many other things on my mind.

I hardly have time to even just relax and drink the water, cause I forget to drink my water sometimes. Granted I always get at least one liter of water a day, I know I feel best with three liters, and I know that a lot of people don't even get one liter of water a day - I mean water that 's not tainted or snuck into juicy fruits or tea or coffee.

I just had to add a picture of people from the eighteenth century drinking tea, which is how they got their water intake, since their water was dirty and unsafe to drink.

Hence, I do count my daily teas into my daily goal of three liters a day, but honestly, I can't drink my tea without Stevia (it's sweetly amazing and zero calorie organic, natural sweetener from a stevia leaf), but something about pure water makes water medicine to sometimes psychotic digestive system or simply aiding in faster calorie burn or in strengthening in you immune system to ward of diseases or illnesses.

I am pretty sure I should have come down with the bug my three roommates had a few weeks ago, but I did not get sick.

Nope! I stayed healthy, drinking at least two liters of water a day! And exercising and eating veggies, eggs, veggies, and fruit for the most part. (Yes, I had plenty of treats, probably one treat of some sort everyday - we can't forget the treats!) ;)

So I came across this article that gave a reminder of why we should drink water: 

It Hydrates Your Cells

After a long night's rest, it is common to wake up dehydrated. Hydration first thing in the morning is important, because it increases the rate at which new muscle and blood cells are produced. A hydrated body allows for a healthy flow of oxygen, allowing you to stay alert and energized.

It Detoxes the Body

Water, especially lemon water, is a natural detox. Drinking water flushes out toxins and impurities. Not only does this keep you healthy, but it also leads to clear skin. Water purifies the colon too, allowing for the proper absorption of nutrients. While a plain glass of water is great, adding lemon increases the rate of urination in the body, maximizing enzyme function and stimulating the liver for detoxification.

It Aids in Weight Loss

Consider water a wake-up call for your digestive system! Drinking water on an empty stomach in the morning boosts your metabolism heading into the day. In fact, research shows that an increase in water consumption leads to an increase in the rate at which people burn calories as opposed to storing them as fat. Water also fills you up, curbing your appetite. Chances are that starting your day off with a healthy glass of water instead of a sugary latte will help you make smarter choices throughout the rest of your day.

It Prevents Sickness

If you're getting sick often, it could be that you're not drinking enough water. Water plays a crucial part in maintaining a healthy a lymphatic system. When this system is balanced, your body can properly fight off infection. Studies have also shown that dehydration leads to higher cortisol levels and, in turn, stress and sickness.

http://www.fitsugar.com/Benefits-Drinking-Water-Morning-32163523?utm_campaign=fitness_newsletter_v3&utm_source=fitness_newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_content=placement_4