How Increasing Your Water Intake for 30 Days Can Change Your Health

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waterWater is an essential part of your body. According to the United States Geological Survey, water makes up the majority of your body. This is why drinking plenty of it has such a positive impact on your overall health. In order to improve your health, set yourself a challenge – drink 1 to 2 more glasses of water per day for a month. If you complete this challenge, here are some positive health changes you might see:

  • Better joint function. According to the Center for Disease Control, water helps your joints work the way they are supposed to- cushioning impact and lubricating movement.
  • A more even body temperature. Water keeps you cool when it’s hot out. When it’s hot, you sweat cooling your body to a healthy temperature.
  • More efficient removal of a body’s waste. Your body needs to produce waste to function. You need to remove materials from your body that aren’t necessary. Water is essential in the creation and removal of your body’s waste through the aforementioned process of perspiration, as well as your urine, and bowel movements.
  • It might help you lose weight. Some studies have shown that people who eat healthy, exercise and drink a healthy amount of water are more likely to lose weight.

In particular, people who lead active, physical lives, those who are sick and those who live in warm climates need to consume more water than most.

To drink more water daily, here are some helpful tips:

  • Carry a water bottle. Buy a water bottle, fill it each morning, and take it with you wherever you go. Try to drink all of the water in the bottle during the day in addition to your regular intake.
  • Replace other beverages with water.  Although you do get water from any liquid you drink, it’s always better to drink water rather than unhealthy, processed drinks. If you drink soda or juice regularly, try replacing them with water. A glass of water instead of a can of soda will go a long way towards a healthier you.
  • Keep track of what you drink. Get a small notebook, and write down the date everyday. Next to the date, write a check, hash mark, or an X for each glass of water you drink.
  • Drink 4 to 6 glasses per day. The water you need varies by your activity level and body composition, but on average, you should try to consume 4 to 6 glasses of water per day.