Water, it comes from the sky and conveniently enough for most of us, from the taps in our kitchens and bathrooms.Water is one of the most important and healthy things that you could ever put inside of your body. Heck, just like our planet, our bodies consist primarily of water. Unfortunately, although it is much needed, not everyone likes the taste of water. Luckily, pinterest has many great ideas for jazzing up your water to fit your tastebuds. I personally could not go a single day without chugging at least three 32 ounce Nalgene bottles full of room temperature water. One might say that I think water is lit. Here are few crazy health benefits that’ll have even the pickiest of drinkers chugging away in no time:
1. It's The Magic Cure For Acne
That pimple that you have in the middle of your forehead? That's the result of toxins building up under the surface of your skin. Water helps to break down and flush out these toxins while allowing for the development of newer, healthier skin cells. Want that newborn baby glow that celebrities seem to achieve with ease? Add more water to your diet!
2. It Kickstarts Your Metabolism For The Day
Most doctors recommend that upon waking up, first thing in the morning, prior to eating breakfast, you should consume at least one 8 ounce glass of ice water. This helps to get your metabolism kicked into gear and will ultimately aid in digestion throughout the day. Some people aren't equipped to handle ice water first thing in the morning and that's totally okay! Room temperature water will work just as well and you can even throw in a wedge of lemon to spice things up!
3. It Encourages Weight Loss
Drinking a glass of water prior to eating a meal encourages smaller portions when eating because your stomach ends up being really full of water. You should aim to consume at least one to two 8 ounce glasses prior to each meal that you eat during the day. It also helps your body to destroy fat cells a little faster than it normally would.
4. It Keeps You Regular
When you're dehydrated, your body can't break down food and waste as easily as it normally would. Consuming more water helps to prevent constipation as well as allowing you to maintain regularity. We all know that when you're backed up and straining to push out a big one you'll wish you had finished that extra bottle of warm water before bed!
5. Hangover Prevention
Next to caffeine, alcohol is one of the biggest diuretics that we consume regularly. Unfortunately, this leaves us susceptible to dehydration which can absolutely worsen the symptoms of a hangover. If you're going out for a night of binge drinking with your friends, make sure that you either chug an obscene amount of water beforehand or you match each alcoholic beverage with a 12 ounce glass of water. Drink an additional glass of water before bed if you really want to take care of yourself. Sober you will thank drunk you in the morning when you're not puking your brains out or dying of headaches and exhaustion in bed.
6. It Gives You Wings
One of the first symptoms of dehydration is fatigue. Chances are, if you're feeling unusually exhausted for a significant length of time, you're not taking in enough water and your body is unable to use it to replenish your cells. Before you reach for those sugar-ladden, calorie-filled cans of monster and redbull, grab a bottle of ice cold water and see if you perk up a bit.
I hope this short list has inspired you all to drink more water! If you really hate the taste of water and drinking it feels more like a chore than taking care of yourself simply add a few slices of your favorite fruits or half a packet of sugar-free, calorie-free flavored powder such as Crystal Light. Whether you like it or not, taking in water is your obligation to your body. If you're not much of a drinker there are tons of great, low-calorie fruits and vegetables that consist mostly of water and can also contribute to your daily water intake. Take care of yourself and love yourself, but most of all, drink water!
