“Drink more water” is an age-old piece of advice. But do you know why you should drink more water or how it helps your body be healthy?
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“Drink more water” is an age-old piece of advice. But do you know why you should drink more water or how it helps your body be healthy?
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Did you know that about 60% of your body is made up of water? In fact, almost 3/4 of the adult brain is made up of … you guessed it, water! Babies have the highest percentage of water weight at over 75%.[3] The percentage declines as the person ages, but the importance of water remains constant.
You know that drinking enough water is important, but how much water is enough? How do you know the amount you are drinking is keeping you hydrated?