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Water: Magic & Myth . 1. Water Works . . . . Carries nutrients Maintains blood volume Regulates temperature Triggers chemical reactions Acts as a solvent Cushions & Lubricates . Do I really need to drink 8 cups of water every day? . Where We Get Our Water: . Liquids: 2 to 6 cups
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Water Works . . . • Carries nutrients • Maintains blood volume • Regulates temperature • Triggers chemical reactions • Acts as a solvent • Cushions & Lubricates
Where We Get Our Water: Liquids: 2 to 6 cups Foods: 3 to 4 cups Body production: 1 cup
Water comes from . . . • 100%: Water, diet sodas • 90-99%: Fat-free milk, strawberries, lettuce, cabbage, spinach, broccoli • 80-89%: Fruit Juice, yogurt, apples, oranges, grapes, carrots • 70-79%: Shrimp, bananas, corn, potatoes, cottage cheese
Is Bottled Better? • Bottled Water is regulated by the Food and Drug Administration • Manufacturers must list the source of the water • Most do not contain fluoride so they will not protect your teeth • Many are purified
Is Carbonated Water Bad? • It’s safe to drink • Many people find it more enjoyable than plain water • Prices range • Other names: sparkling water, seltzer water, soda water, club soda
Can You Drink Too Much Water? • Too much water can lower sodium levels to dangerous levels • Don’t go overboard: more is not necessarily better! • Symptoms often mimic dehydration!
Tips for Drinking More Water • Try flavored carbonated water (seltzer water) • Add lemon or lime to water • Keep a bottle of water at work in a convenient place • Eat more fruits and vegetables