Each of us must have heard the phrase that the human body is mostly composed of water. Have you thought about why this is so? Why do we need such a large amount of fluid and in general, what function does water perform in the body?
Properties
Water has the following properties:
- first of all it is a good solvent (for both nutrients and toxic);
- fluidity;
- has high heat capacity and thermal conductivity;
- may evaporate;
- capable of hydrolyzing other substances (i.e., substances decompose under its action or split in it).
Thanks to these basic properties, water performs a number of vital functions in the body of every living being. Let's take a closer look at them.
Functions of water in the body
The human body is on average 75% water. Unfortunately, this ratio decreases with age.
Water, being the main component of all body fluids, in particular blood, which contains more than 90% of it, performs the following main functions:
- regulation of body temperature;
- removal of toxins, toxins and waste products;
- transport of nutrients and oxygen;
- digestion and digestion of food;
- transport function;
- shock absorbing joints and prevent friction;
- maintaining cell structures;
- protection of tissues and internal organs;
- improved metabolism.
The functions of water in the processes of thermoregulation are to maintain a constant body temperature at the cellular level through evaporation and sweating. Due to its ability to carry a sufficiently large amount of heat, moisture, circulating in the human body, takes it where it is in excess and adds it where it is not enough.
Shock-absorbing functions of water in the body are provided due to its high content in the synovial fluids of the joints. This prevents friction of the articular surfaces during stress and work of the joints, and is also a certain protective buffer against possible falls and injuries.
Water performs the function of transporting the necessary compounds due to its high surface tension. Thus, it can penetrate everywhere, even into intercellular spaces, delivering the necessary nutrients to organs and tissues and removing their waste products.
It is generally accepted that the amount of fluid consumed directly affects the mental performance of a person. Dehydration threatens not only with a breakdown,energy, the appearance of headaches and dizziness, but also a decrease in efficiency, memory and the ability to concentrate on the necessary information.
Also, given that with age the amount of water as a component of the body decreases, scientists assume a certain relationship between the amount of fluid and the aging process. Therefore, people of the older age group should be especially careful about their water diet.
In recent years, the functions of water in the prevention of many diseases, including cancer, have been increasingly noted. It is believed that the more liquid we consume, the more it is excreted, and with it the pathogens, their waste products, toxins and carcinogens, which can potentially be a springboard for the development of cancer.
Thus, all the functions of water are important for the normal functioning of all organs and systems and for a comfortable and he althy lifestyle.
Interesting but true
The less water comes in from the outside, the more it accumulates inside. This means that if you use liquid irregularly and in insufficient quantities, then the next time you receive it, the body retains water, keeping it as if in reserve. Thus, a person not only exposes himself to a number of diseases with his own hands, but also gains excess weight.
The first signal that your body gives about the shortage of water is the well-known fatigue. If for a long time you do not compensate for the physiological loss of fluid, thena person begins to feel an ache in the joints and discomfort in the spine. Toxins accumulate in the body, immunity decreases, and a person becomes more susceptible to diseases, especially infectious diseases.
Important
You need to drink 1.5-2 liters of fluid daily. Regular intake of high-quality water will give you a feeling of a surge of strength and vigor, digestion processes will improve, headaches and other uncomfortable sensations will stop bothering you. You will not only feel better, but you will definitely look better.
It is recommended to drink a glass of water on an empty stomach. During the day, the daily rate should be evenly distributed. It is better to drink non-carbonated water and room temperature.
Conclusion
The functions of water in the human body are varied and numerous. Therefore, do not neglect such an important component of your diet. Drink plenty of water and stay he althy!
