8 things that would happen if you only drank water

Water is one of the most vital substances in life; it is tasteless, transparent and has an endless list of uses. We all need it to survive, to wash our clothes and to cook with. The human adult body itself is comprised of about 60 percent water: it removes waste from cells, brings nutrients to cells and regulates body temperature and helps to digest food. 

While soft drinks are largely made up of water, they also contain sweeteners, colorings, preservatives, and other ingredients. Have you ever thought what would happen to your body if you were to replace all this sugary lolly water with pure water? The following list outlines a number of health benefits achieved from purely replacing fizzy drinks with unsweetened tea and mineral water.

1. You'll speed up your metabolism

While we sleep, our bodies lose a large amount of water, which is why we often feel parched first thing in the morning. That's why it's important to compensate this deficit by drinking a decent amount of water immediately after waking up. Just 17 fl oz water in the morning increases your metabolism by 24 percent. Your metabolism is responsible for ensuring that bodily processes such as digestion and fat burning work properly. People who want to lose weight benefit from increased metabolism, which in turn also increases your energy levels. To add a bit of flavor and aid your digestion, try squeezing half a lemon in your water every day.

2. Your brain will function better

The brain is one of the most crucial parts of the body, which is constantly in use. It consists of about 85 percent water, which is why it's so important to supply it with ample amounts of fluid. To avoid symptoms such as lack of concentration, headaches, memory problems and mental fatigue, drink water every hour or 45 minutes to keep yourself properly hydrated.

3. You'll cleanse your body of harmful toxins

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If you drink sufficient water, your organs will automatically be supplied with the fluids they need to function properly. One important process is ridding the body of harmful toxins and pathogens. For example, in the case of cystitis, the doctor will advise you to drink a lot of water to literally wash out the bacteria from the organ. 

4. You'll eat less

 

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People who drink a large amount of water usually have a lower appetite and are sated more quickly. Just two glasses of water before a meal can fill you up and prevent you from eating as much. This is particularly helpful if you are trying to lose weight as it is a very effective and beneficial appetite suppressant. 

5. Your heart will work better

 

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In addition to the brain, the heart is the most important organ in the body. Each time our heart pumps blood, a tremendous amount of effort is required. Regular exercise can increase the performance of the heart and keep it "in shape." However, what is just as significant is fluid intake, which directly impacts the performance of the heart. Five glasses of water per day lowers the risk of heart attack by 41 percent. When you think about it it makes perfect sense: diluted blood will naturally flow more easily through our ventricles and veins.

6. It lowers the risk of other serious illnesses

Not only heart attacks can be prevented by sufficient drinking, the risk of suffering other serious illness can also be lowered by enough water intake. For example, high blood pressure, chronic bladder infections and even bowel cancer can be prevented by supplying our bodies with adequate amounts of liquid. 

7. Your skin will be softer and cleaner

The body's largest organ, our skin, is also affected by water consumption. When we consume the right amount of water, our skin is cleansed and kept moist. It is probably one of the cheapest anti-aging methods on the market. Water plumps up the skin cells making them more elastic and appear less wrinkled. 

8. You'll save money

This might not be a health benefit per se, but you will end up saving an immense amount of money if you only drink water. The prices of soft drinks are much higher than mineral water in supermarkets. So not only is it healthier for you, but you're piggy bank will thank you for it!

The affect water intake can have on our bodies and minds is truly fascinating. The best thing about it is you simply have to adjust your drinking habits and you'll automatically see lots of positive effects going on in your body all at once. 

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