Nutrition Bytes_Water

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Water is vital. The body is 60 to 70 percent water. Water is a part of all the cells of the body, and is necessary for everything from digestion to excretion.

Health experts recommend that you drink 8 cups of water daily. If you are very active, working outdoors, live in a very hot climate, or have a fever, you may need more. In addition to drinking pure water, you can increase your fluid intake by eating foods that are high in water content, such as fruits, real fruit juice, tea, milk and soups. Avoid sodas and other highly sweetened drinks, salty soups, coffee and alcohol, which may lead to increased urine output and actually lead to dehydration.

Many people are not getting enough water. This is often a problem in the elderly, but it can affect young children, the sick, and people of any age.

If you are not getting the water you need, your body can become dehydrated. When this happens, you might feel dizzy, lack energy and may even get a headache.

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