Water is Life

Water is essential for not only feeling better, but also keeping your body hydrated.  It is important for your overall health.  Every day I fill up a container that indicates exactly the amount of water I require, which is 74 ounces per day.  I meet this daily goal knowing that my body is benefiting from this as well.  I buy a bag of lemons
each week that I slice into small pieces to add to my water container.  It gives my water enough flavor while being beneficial to clearing out the toxins that are stored in my body. 

Since it's been quite warm outside, I am drinking more frequently to ensure that I don't feel heat exhaustion, or light headedness since I keep busy cleaning and maintaining my gardens and my yard.  I feel lethargic if I don't drink enough water during the day, and usually I begin my day with a tall glass of iced lemon water to ensure my internal organs function at their very best, and also it keeps me regular without having to use a laxative or stool softener.  The benefits are tremendous and you'll feel better if you can be mindful of your water intake.

Our bodies are comprised of approximately 80% of water; therefore, we need water to be at our best.  I think, feel, and move much better when I'm well-hydrated.  Studies also show the more weight you’re carrying, the more water you should drink.  As you move forward on your weight-loss journey, be mindful about your water intake.  For optimum results, water is your tool for success!  When we were obese, water was not one of our greatest allies, but has become our priority first and foremost. Now that we’re aware of the role it plays not only in the beginning of our journey, but for the rest of our lives as well.

So let’s lift up our water glasses, containers, and bottles, and make a toast to incorporating water into our daily routine.  Salute! 

Linda Hegedus ©