Water is an important element for many different reasons. Let’s start with ourselves: we consist of approximately 50 – 75% water depending on our body composition. Water is responsible for a multitude of body functions: regulating body temperature, transporting oxygen and nutrients to cells, dissolving minerals and nutrients, helping with digestion, protecting organs and tissues , lubrication of the joints, among others.
Oh, and it increases the metabolism. Just in case you want to know if the water can help you lose a few stubborn pounds – the answer is a resounding “YES! “.
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