Are you getting enough?

With the adult body weight comprising of up to 70% water, it is the single most vital component of our daily diet, essential for growth and maintenance of our bodies' vitality, health and wellbeing.

Throughout our daily activities we lose up to 2.5 litres per day, through perspiration, breathing and bodily functions, so it is imperative that we replenish and stay hydrated!

The average human brain is 75% water and even moderate dehydration can result in headaches or dizziness.

Water regulates our body temperature and carries nutrients and oxygen to the cells in our bodies. It protects and cushions our vital organs, helps to convert food into energy, helps to absorb nutrients and assists in removing waste.

Scientific research suggests that the average adult should consume 2.5 litres of water per day. Of this, we get around 0.5 litres from our food intake, and the other 2 litres (the equivalent to around 8 glasses of water per day, or two 1L bottles of Icelandic Glacial!) should be obtained directly from beverages...and the best form of that is water!

Without regular top-ups of water intake throughout the day your body's performance is abnormally affected. We can quickly become dehydrated causing symptoms such as headaches, tiredness and loss of concentration, but drinking the recommended levels of water daily can have further benefits.

Reasons to stay hydrdated? 

The elixir of life - The human body can survive for about 1 month without food but for only for about 1 week without water. Water is essential to the body's wellbeing and vitality.

Increased energy levels - The root cause of most fatigue throughout the day is dehydration due to falling blood pressure. Regular intake reduces this and boosts energy levels.

Cleanse your system - Drinking plenty of water assists in flushing out toxins and bacteria in the body that can cause disease, as well as helping the immune system

Radiant skin - Water acts as a natural moisturiser to the skin, preventing it from drying out, helping to maintain its elasticity and giving it a general healthy glowing appearance.

Keeping regular - Correct water intake assists digestion and prevents constipation.