By Jane Wakefield
This is the number one tip for a healthy summer.
Stay Hydrated!
Why is it important to stay hydrated? Here are the effects of not hydrating:
- Fatigue - Water is the best conductor of electricity for producing energy in the body. Without enough water, the enzymes cannot do their job to remove lactic build up in the muscles, which can cause one to feel tired.
- Headaches - Most headaches are caused by dehydration. The brain is 80% water.
- High Blood Pressure - The blood is 80-92% water, if there is not enough water, the blood can become too thick, causing slow movement through the arteries.
- Allergies - The body will produce too many histamines in order to conserve water, constricting airways and making it hard to breathe.
- Skin disorders - Skin is 64% water. Dry skin, premature wrinkles, rashes and acne may result from lack of water.
- High Cholesterol - The body will produce more cholesterol when dehydrated in order to hold the water inside the cells.
- Digestive disorders - When there is a lack of water and alkaline minerals, digestive issues such as acid reflux, ulcers, and irritable bowel syndrome can develop.
- Kidney and bladder issues - Lack of water can create kidney stones, urinary tract infections, gout and pain because of the buildup of uric acid and bacteria not flushed out.
- Constipation - This is not just an inconvenience, but a dangerous situation. The expansion of the colon and intestines from packed stool can cause perforations, leaking toxins into the blood stream.
- Joint Pain and Stiffness - The cartilage needs water to keep it lubricated so that the joints can move easily.
- Weight gain - When the body does not have enough water it will hold water in the fat cells in order to prevent toxins from being released.
We always hear drink plenty of water. In fact, the recommended amount of water one ought to drink per day is ½ of your weight in ounces of water. A person weighing 150 lbs needs to drink at least 75 ounces of water per day.
Some might say, “oh I can’t imagine drinking that much water, I’d feel so bloated…”
What if I told you there was something you could add to your water that:
- Makes it taste better
- Allows it to be absorbed faster
- Has zero calories
- Contains no artificial ingredients
- Is non-GMO
- Costs less than a bottle of typical sport drinks?
This one simple product is called Fortune Delight. It comes in a convenient sealed packet that is easy to use whether you're at home or out on the road. Mix 1 3g packet with 1 quart of water and drink. Nothing could be easier. A drink that keeps you hydrated, keeps your minerals in better balance and flushes fats. What more can you ask for?
