About water

Water plays an important metabolic role in all functions in the body.Scientists tell us that we have somewhere between 70 to 100 trillion cells in our bodies.If we have healthy cells, we will have a healthy body.Our cells need nutrients to survive. Not only is water the transport fluid for nutrients to get into the cells, water itself is a nutrient.In fact, oxygen and water are the most important nutrients for the human body. According to Dr. William J. Yarwood, who practiced natural healing and nutritional therapy with thousands of patients over 30 years,he says it works like this: “Genetically, each of us has stronger and weaker areas in our bodies. As you accumulate toxins during your lifetime, your toxins congregate in the weakest areas of your body because that is where they get the least resistance.

“When enough toxins have accumulated in a part of your body, they will manifest themselves in the form of a disease that is indigenous to that part of the body.”

When toxins accumulate, they can deprive the cells of oxygen and even cause cell mutation, a primary cause of cancer. Likewise, when water is lacking in your body, one of the first functions that is affected is detoxification.The body when dehydrated, it will safely store toxins in various places in the body, such as in fatty tissue, in arterial deposits or in the joints.It will store the toxins in safe places—away from the major organs. So our health consequences are significant, because those stored toxins are only "safe" for a while.Babies are approximately 80 to 90 percent water and many elderly people are only 50 to 60 percent.

Water regulates ALL the functions in the human body.Here are some important functions:

• The transfer and absorption of nutrients into cells and tissues
• The regulation of body temperature
• The functioning of our brains
• The cushioning and regulation of organs
• The flow of blood and lymph through the body
• The removal of waste out of the cells
• The movement of nerve impulses through the nervous system
• The balance of hormones
• The lubrication and cushioning of joints

Drinking enough pure water has been shown to help the body heal itself from many sicknesses, including:

• Weight loss
• Hearing and sight problems
• Hormonal problems
• Skin problems, including acne, eczema and psoriasis
• Tension headaches and migraines
• Circulation issues
• Diabetes
• Impaired memory and brain function
• Hormonal problems
• Water retention
• Gall and kidney stones
• Cancers
• Heart disease and strokes
• Autoimmune disorders, such as Lupus and fibromyalgia
• Spinal problems
• Gastrointestinal issues

10 Benefits of Drinking Water Daily

1. Provides energy. Water is the main source of energy in the body, primarily because it generates electrical and magnetic energy within every cell. In fact, without water, nothing lives. Drinking water regularly and throughout the day can significantly reduce fatigue.
2. Aids in digestion and nutrient absorption. Water is the main solvent in the body. It is necessary for breaking down food into smaller particles for digestion, assimilation and metabolism. In fact, water energizes the food and increases the rate of nutrient absorption. Water is also the solvent for the materials that dissolve in the blood and other fluids in the body.
3. Transports substances and aids detoxification. Water is the main vehicle for the transport of substances throughout the body, including the circulation of blood, the digestion of food, and the elimination of toxins through the liver, kidneys, bladder, bowels, skin and lungs—just to name a few of the organs. Water brings oxygen, the most essential nutrient, to the cells and takes toxins and metabolic waste away.
4. Enhances immunity and disease prevention. Water improves the health of the colon, the blood and the bone marrow, which are critical to the efficiency of the immune system. Improved immunity is one of the most noticeable benefits of drinking water daily. In my experience, people who stay hydrated experience fewer colds and flu. But more importantly, experts agree adequate hydration can help prevent premature aging and disease.
5. Lubricates joints. Water is the main lubricant in the joints and spine. Drinking enough water daily can help remove the accumulation of acid waste in the joints, such as uric acid, which can cause inflammation and pain. Water also provides the necessary cushioning in the spinal discs. Keeping the body well hydrated on a daily basis can help prevent back pain and joint pain, including various forms of arthritis.
6. Water and brain function. The human brain is about 85 percent water. Water gives the brain the electrical energy for all brain functions, including thought and memory processes. It is also needed for the production of the neurotransmitters and hormones produced by the brain. Daily hydration will not only help with better thinking, it can help prevent attention deficit disorder in children and adults. Dehydration is also a known factor in dementia and may help reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and Lou Gehrig’s disease.
7. Improves circulation and heart health. The blood is approximately 85 to 95 percent water—or at least it should be. When a person is chronically dehydrated, the blood gets thick and sticky, making it more prone to blood clots and poor circulation. Water also helps remove toxins and fatty deposits from the arteries, which reduces the risk of heart attacks and strokes.
8. Keeps skin and eyes healthy. Human skin cells need water constantly to perform its vital functions. Having soft, smooth skin and looking younger is one of the most visible benefits of drinking water daily. Water is also the main lubricant for the eyes and proper hydration can help prevent glaucoma and other eye diseases.
9. Helps normalize hormones. Water regulates the production of all hormones in the body. Keeping the body hydrated can help prevent many of the uncomfortable hormonal imbalances many women experience before, during and after menstruation, pregnancy and menopause. Water also helps both men and women prevent impotence and the loss of libido.
10. Improves sleep and reduces stress. Drinking enough water daily can help improve sleep patterns and provide numerous mood enhancing benefits. Even slight dehydration can affect our nerves and emotions in subtle ways. For example, I’ve noticed through careful self-observation that one of my first signs of slight dehydration is irritability. Research has proven that drinking water can help reduce stress in the body, as well as feelings of anxiety and depression.

How to Drink Water to find Benefits of Water Therapy?

• Drink 4 glass of water immediately after waking up, even before brushing teeth.
• Avoid eating anything for next 45 minutes.
• After 45 minutes you may eat normally.
• After eating breakfast, lunch and dinner do not drink or eat anything for another 2 hours.
• Those unable from sickness or age to drink 4 glasses of water can gradually increase the content little by little each day.
• People who practice this routine will cure above mentioned diseases and enjoy the full benefit of healthy life.

Drink Half Your Body Weight in Ounces of Water Daily

Proper hydration will significantly improve every function in your body.If you weigh 200 lbs., you would want to drink about 100 ounces of water to start to re-hydrate your body.

When to Increase Water Intake

In addition, there are a number of things that influence your daily water intake needs. For example, a few of the instances in which water intake should be increased include:

• Prolonged or intense exercise
• Hot or humid climate
• Illnesses with fever, vomiting or diarrhea
• Chronic health conditions
• Pregnant or breast-feeding mothers
• Dieting

Drinking too much water can be dangerous

When too much water is ingested within a short period of time, such as an hour or two, the result can be fatal.A 28-year-old California woman took part in a water-drinking contest that promised a free Wii video game device to the contestant who drank the most water without urinating.

In fact, the contest was entitled “Hold your wee for a Wii.” Clever, but fatal.

The woman, who was a wife and mother of three children, died shortly after she took part in the contest. Investigators estimated she drank about two gallons of water during the contest.

Immediately after the water-drinking contest, the California woman had shown visible signs of distress and she complained of discomfort—but she was not taken seriously.

Tissue swelling and electrolyte imbalance can cause an irregular heartbeat, dizziness, and behaviors resembling alcohol intoxication.

Other signs may include fluttering eyelids and headache.

Swelling of brain tissue can cause seizures, coma and even death if treatment is not administered quickly.

Daily Water Intake
"You Are Not Sick, You Are Thirsty"

Beginning in the early 1990’s, Dr. F. Batmanghelidj wrote several books about water intake, based on his medical training, personal experience and extensive research on the topic of water metabolism in the body.

He coined the phrase “You’re not sick; you’re thirsty” and revealed how important daily water intake is in relation to optimal health and disease prevention.

Batmanghelidj has reminded us that the human body is about 70% water and that a certain amount of water each day must be replenished.

If not replenished, our body will start to manage the drought condition in the body to protect the critical organs.He has also explained how and why daily water intake is critical to every single function in the body and that no other fluid replaces the need for water!Learn just a few of the crucial roles water plays in many health conditions and ailments in the body.

Water's Role in 7 Common Ailments

1. Fatigue. Water is the primary source of energy in the body and it generates electrical and magnetic energy in every cell of the body. We can think of our cells as little hydro-electric plants, which will not produce adequate energy without water.
2. Infection. Water improves the efficiency of the immune system and helps to combat infections and mutant cells (such as cancer cells). When the body is dehydrated, the body becomes much more acidic, an environment that is conducive to all types of infections.
3. Heart disease and stroke. On average, our blood is over 80 percent water. Daily water intake is essential for circulation and helps prevent clogging of arteries in the heart and brain.
4. Depression. Water naturally helps the body replenish its supply of the neurotransmitter serotonin. Dehydration can also decrease the level of energy generation in the brain.
5. Sleep disorders. Water is needed for the production of all hormones made by the brain, including melatonin, a critical factor in sleep regulation. Water also helps to restore normal sleep rhythms.
6. Addictions. Water can help to help restore balance in the body, provide better nutrient utilization and help to eliminate addictions to alcohol, caffeine, and some drugs.
7. Attention Deficit. Water provides more energy to the brain to help provide greater focus, attention, and memory needed for the learning process. A well hydrated body is more likely going to provide the brain the ability to stay engaged on a single topic.

Benefits of Hydrotherapy for Healing

Hydrotherapy is the use of water to relieve physical discomfort and to improve or maintain health and vitality. Hydrotherapy uses different temperatures and forms of water, including hot, cold, steam or ice.

The benefits of hydrotherapy have been recognized and appreciated for thousands of years.

In fact, the first known documentation of hydrotherapy comes from the Greek physician Hippocrates (5th century B.C.) who promoted bathing in mineral spring water for its healing benefits.

The Romans were famous for their public baths and the Egyptians for their fragrant healing baths infused with essential oils and flower essences.

In the 19th century, Father Sebastian Kneipp and an Austrian farmer, Vincent Priessnitz, were responsible for making the therapeutic and medicinal practices of hydrotherapy more globally known and accepted.

Benefits of Hydrotherapy

Just a few of the many benefits of hydrotherapy include the following:

Hot water

Hot water raises body temperature, causes blood vessels to dilate, increases circulation, supplies more oxygen to the tissues, and causes sweating which helps to remove toxins from the body. Soaking in natural mineral hot spring pools provide many of these healing benefits. Also taking a hot bath can be not only relaxing, but also detoxifying and rejuvenating, especially when adding Epson salt, sea salt, mineral salts, hydrogen peroxide, and/or essential oils.

Cold water

Cold water is stimulating to the body, lowers body temperature and causes temporary constriction of blood vessels. Alternating hot and cold water is used to stimulate circulation and detoxification, and decrease inflammation.  Taking a cold shower following a hot shower or bath is recommended to close pores and stimulate circulation. Ice packs are used to help reduce inflammation for acute injuries, such as sprains and strains.

Hydrostatic pressure

Sitting in a whirlpool with the gentle pressure of the massaging jets, along with the buoyancy of water, relaxes tight muscles and stimulates the production of endorphins. These natural pain killers can help heal and energize the body, decrease inflammation, and strengthen immunity.

Buoyancy

The feeling of weightlessness when immersed in water does wonders for the nervous system, allowing the body and mind to relax more easily. It also alleviates a lot of the pressure on joints and muscles and often provides pain relief.

Cleansing

Water is the best medium for removing toxins from the body both internally and externally. Since skin is our largest eliminative organ, any type of hot water therapy that causes sweating will effectively help to remove toxins. The whole purpose of enemas and colon hydro-therapy is to flush out accumulate waste and toxins in the colon. Coffee enemas are known to be one of the most effective treatments for detoxification.

Types of Hydrotherapy

There are many different types of external hydrotherapy used today, including hot or warm baths, sitz baths, detox baths, foot baths, warm and cold body wraps, steam inhalation, steam baths, Turkish baths, whirlpool baths, steam saunas, hot and cold showers, as well as the application of cold packs or hot and cold compresses.

When you think about it, most of us have been experiencing the benefits of hydrotherapy for years and didn’t think about it as such.

For example, have you ever used a vaporizer (steam inhalation) for treatment of a cold or sinus infection?

Have you soaked in a soothing hot bath or whirlpool to relieve tired or achy muscles? Or have you applied an ice pack to a sprained ankle?

Internal hydrotherapy treatments include enemas and colon hydrotherapy, or colonic irrigation.

Warning

If you are considering hydrotherapy treatments, consult with your doctor first, especially if you are pregnant, elderly, or have a serious health condition.