Water is a vital resource for the organism, specific functions for which recommend eating at least 2 liters daily.
It is said that water is the “universal solvent” in it are processed most of the nutrients and substances necessary for the proper functioning of cells.
It is detoxifying, waste generated during the metabolism of proteins, are dissolved in the blood and are removed before they accumulate in toxic concentrations. The work of the kidneys is to filter the waste from the blood and excrete them, mixed with water to form urine.
Is buffered, primarily of the joints, since in fact protected from trauma.
Lubricant, the digestive system and all tissues that are protected by mucus, preventing friction between them.
Thermo-regulating: regulates body temperature through perspiration, resulting in coolant body. The skin is the main organ through which removes excess body heat. Furthermore, water is essential to maintaining healthy skin.
Causes gas exchange in the lung alveoli, making the oxygen-poor air resulting from the combustion energy, along with water vapor.
Produces satiety: This is especially important for those who are under a weight loss plan. This feature is that the liquid also defends the gastric walls combined with the fiber and provide volume delaying stomach emptying and helping you eat less.
Is activating metabolism: Drink plenty of fluids helps increase the metabolic cost, ie drink 2 liters of water per day may produce an increase in caloric expenditure of about 30 to 60 calories.
It is diuretic: The drinking water in quantities, the kidneys function better, preventing water retention.
It is laxative: As part of the stool and increase its volume, bowel movements are stimulated by preventing diseases such as constipation, diverticulitis and hemorrhoids.
