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Why you should drink water

June 08, 2008 12:34 AM EDT

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Importance of Drinking Enough Water

75% of Americans are chronically dehydrated.
In 37% of Americans, the thirst mechanism is so weak that it is
often mistaken for hunger.
Even MILD dehydration will slow down one's metabolism as much as 3%.
One glass of water shuts down midnight hunger pangs for almost 100% of the dieters studied in a U-Washington study.
Lack of water is the #1 trigger of daytime fatigue.
Preliminary research indicates that 8-10 glasses of water a day could significantly ease back and joint pain for up to 80% of sufferers.
A mere 2% drop in body water can trigger fuzzy short-term memory, trouble with basic math, and difficulty focusing on the computer screen.
Drinking 5 glasses of water daily decreases the risk of colon cancer by 45%, plus it can slash the risk of breast cancer by 79%, and one is 50% less likely to develop bladder cancer.

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Mark-John K. Jun 8, 2008, 12:39am EDT

Sigriet-

Might You be a researcher, or are You simply inquisitive?!

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Ang, wandering aimlessly, G. Jun 8, 2008, 12:39am EDT

That good information to know. I have been drinking water here lately like its going out of style. I will drink 4-6 1/2 Liter waters a day.

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M C. Jun 8, 2008, 12:42am EDT

I had Vitamin Water today..ever tried it? Good stuff.

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Visionaerie B. Jun 8, 2008, 12:48am EDT

Just beware of those plastic bottles -- I read recently that Sheryl Crow said her cancer was caused by those! Use glass instead and a reverse-osmosis filter for best results. I think there's a happy medium between too much and too little. On the news the other day, there was a little kid who drowned after getting too much pool water in his lungs. But he walked out of the pool and was fine until later! It was a very bizarre case. There's a man named Batmanghelid (or something like that) who's done lots of research on water. Thanks for posting this!

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A K. Jun 8, 2008, 1:02am EDT

I drink water like its going out of style

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Sandy (back in Ohio...blah!) Jun 8, 2008, 1:29am EDT

Thanks for the reminder.

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Adelaide M. Jun 8, 2008, 2:36am EDT

Very interesting thanks. I've been on a roll with the water today, I've probably had at least 10 glasses, probably closer to 15, but then again it was over 100 here today.

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Jerry S. Jun 8, 2008, 7:05am EDT

Some really interesting and important facts. Thanks for posting. #2 may partly explain why many Americans are so overweight.

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sheila ~the hapless housewife~ j. Jun 8, 2008, 7:39am EDT

Thanks for the info!

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j - Frugal Mom - r. Jun 8, 2008, 7:41am EDT

Great info!

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Chris E. Jun 8, 2008, 7:55am EDT

Water is about the only thing I drink.

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Paidra Delayno Jun 8, 2008, 8:17am EDT

One can actually drink too much water (according to lastest reports) so everything in moderation. Great article.

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Larry M. Jun 8, 2008, 9:15am EDT

So that's why I am so healthy. Who would have thought. I also have good teeth due to the floride in the water and flossing. Water is good stuff.

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Ryan M. Jun 8, 2008, 5:16pm EDT

I have been getting better about drinking water.

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Debra B. Jun 8, 2008, 10:39pm EDT

This is good information. Thank you very much!

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Heidianna "Coriander" T. Jun 9, 2008, 1:41am EDT

Water is my favorite thing to drink!

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hannah w. Jun 9, 2008, 4:18pm EDT

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Marsha S. Jun 9, 2008, 10:37pm EDT

I am one who RARELY drinks water, but sure suffer from #5...nap everyday...better get to drinking.

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Nyota *Star* Jun 10, 2008, 6:27pm EDT

I'm drinking more water than ever sice giving up milk a while back. I have also quit drinking soda pop (occasional relapses). If I don't drink a full glass of water when I get up, my body asks: where's the water?
Why are older adults so resistant to drinking more of it?

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Nick Howes Jun 18, 2008, 7:52am EDT

Nighttime water may take care of hunger pangs, but it gets you up early in the morning.

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Sarah (I want points) Jun 18, 2008, 10:33am EDT

Very interestin stuff... I've been trying to drink more water lately...

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A K. Jun 19, 2008, 2:28pm EDT

omg, you'll never believe this: I thought I had food poisoning 2 weeks ago, turns out there was a parasite in the water, and it made me very sick! All I drink is water!! I can't win : (

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Sharon P. Jun 19, 2008, 4:38pm EDT

Thanks.

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Patty H. Jun 19, 2008, 7:51pm EDT

Good info Sigriet

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Chana M. Jun 26, 2008, 9:55pm EDT

Okay, what was number 7 again?

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Janie E. Jul 13, 2008, 7:38pm EDT

Thanks for the info!!!

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Marsha S. Jul 16, 2008, 8:41pm EDT

ah yes, been here before but the reminder is good.

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Alex In Wonderland Jul 18, 2008, 10:32am EDT

I just learned that the water in food you eat and beverages you drink counts for your daily recommended intake of water. I drink a lot of water because I love it!!

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Anne W. Jul 18, 2008, 10:38am EDT

Good stuff! Thanks!

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Thomas W. Jul 21, 2008, 12:01am EDT

what was Chana's Comment?
i think i agreed with it.
heh.

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Donna S. Jul 24, 2008, 5:01pm EDT

good to know

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Charles Temm JR Oct 26, 2008, 7:51pm EDT

Good points, you did leave out though kidney stones which are attributed to a lack of water. I got them a couple of years ago and after the doc told me why I had them, I started and still do drink A LOT of water now daily!

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Ladybounty ~. Dec 8, 2008, 10:10pm EST

Excellent article with lots of great information.....thanks!

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Nikki S. Dec 23, 2008, 2:02pm EST

Thanks for posting

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Nikki S. Dec 23, 2008, 2:02pm EST

Rating a 10

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Nikki S. Dec 23, 2008, 2:02pm EST

Paying it forward

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Nikki S. Dec 23, 2008, 2:02pm EST

Please do the same

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Parker S. Dec 30, 2008, 2:22pm EST

Thanks for sharing

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Parker S. Dec 30, 2008, 2:22pm EST

Paying it Forward

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Kimber L. Apr 2, 2009, 8:57am EDT

I agree with this. I increased my water intake to 10 glasses a day (from 4) when I started dieting and my back pain has gone away and my memory and concentration are way better !!! (Not to mention I am losing weight)

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