Water No Get Enemy: 15 Benefits Of Drinking Enough Clean Water

When the late Afrobeat King, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti sang his evergreen song, “Water no get enemy” (water has no enemy), many felt he was just entertaining his fans without knowing there was more to water that should be learnt.

Today, arguably most Nigerians don’t drink enough water each day and this accounts for so many ailments in the country which are now overstretching the insufficient health facilities.

According to physicians, drinking enough water will take care of a lot of diseases and prevent future damage of internal organs which eventually would happen someday once enough water is not taken on a daily basis.

Averagely the body needs about three litres (six glass cups) of water each day because it loses water through body activities which make water get out of the body through urine, sweat and even breathing.

Below are 15 benefits of drinking enough clean water daily.

1. It lubricates the joints

Cartilage, found in joints and the disks of the spine, contain around 80 percent water. Long-term dehydration can reduce the joints’ shock-absorbing ability, leading to  pain in the . It lubricates the joints

Cartilage, found in joints and the disks of the spine, contains around 80 percent water. Long-term dehydration can reduce the joints’ shock-absorbing ability, leading to joint pain.

2. It forms saliva and mucus

Saliva helps us digest our food and keeps the mouth, nose, and eyes moist. This prevents friction and damage. Drinking water also keeps the mouth clean. Consumed instead of sweetened beverages, it can also reduce tooth decay.

3. It delivers oxygen throughout the body

Blood is more than 90 percent water, and blood carries oxygen to different parts of the body.

4. It boosts skin health and beauty

With dehydration, the skin can become more vulnerable to skin disorders and premature wrinkling.

5. It cushions the brain, spinal cord, and other sensitive tissues

Dehydration can affect brain structure and function. It is also involved in the production of hormones and neurotransmitters. Prolonged dehydration can lead to problems with thinking and reasoning.

6. It regulates body temperature

Water that is stored in the middle layers of the skin comes to the skin’s surface as sweat when the body heats up. As it evaporates, it cools the body. In sport.

Some scientists have suggested that when there is too little water in the body, heat storage increases and the individual is less able to tolerate heat strain.

Having a lot of water in the body may reduce physical strain if heat stress occurs during exercise.

 However, more research is needed into these effects.

7. The digestive system depends on water

The bowel needs water to work properly. Dehydration can lead to digestive problems, constipation, and an overly acidic stomach. This increases the risk of heartburn and stomach ulcers.

8. It flushes body waste

Water is needed in the processes of sweating and removal of urine and feces.

9. It helps maintain blood pressure

A lack of water can cause blood to become thicker, increasing blood pressure.

10. The airways need it

When dehydrated, airways are restricted by the body in an effort to minimize water loss. This can make asthma and allergies worse.

11. It makes minerals and nutrients accessible

These dissolve in water, which makes it possible for them to reach different parts of the body.

12. It prevents kidney damage

The kidneys regulate fluid in the body. Insufficient water can lead to kidney stones and other problems.

Water helps in the case of kidney damage. It dissolves minerals and nutrients, making them more accessible to the body. It also helps remove waste products.

13. It boosts performance during exercise

Some scientists have proposed that consuming more water might enhance performance during strenuous activity.

More research is needed to confirm this, but one review found that dehydration reduces performance in activities lasting longer than 30 minutes.

14. Weight loss

Water may also help with weight loss, if it is consumed instead of sweetened juices and sodas. “Preloading” with water before meals can help prevent overeating by creating a sense of fullness.

15. It reduces the chance of a hangover

When partying, unsweetened soda water with ice and lemon alternated with alcoholic drinks can help prevent overconsumption of alcohol.

Additional information from: www.medicalnewstoday.com