Myths about Water

Recently, it has become fashionable to carry our water bottle everywhere as we are promised many wonders by always being hydrated. Among those promises, there may be a couple of lies. Let’s say, primarily, that drinking water and staying hydrated is very good for the body, it helps with circulation, improves skin condition, and assists our digestive system in performing its functions. The issue is that there are some myths that are not true, so here we tell you the truths about water: The first myth is that we all must drink at least two liters of water a day. This is a lie because every body is different, and it is impossible to prescribe such an amount in a generalized way. Depending on each person’s weight, height, and metabolism, the amount of water to drink could be determined. Drinking water only when one is thirsty is not enough to keep the body hydrated. It has been shown that even with minimal physical activity we lose water, and our brain takes time to register that information, so try to stay constantly hydrated regardless of whether you are very thirsty. Another lie is that caffeinated drinks like coffee or tea dehydrate. In their composition, they are mostly water, so if we exceed five cups a day, we are indeed hydrating ourselves. There is no need to sacrifice your morning coffee or afternoon tea. It is often said that drinking water before meals helps with weight loss; this is not true. Water and solid food do not mix, so water does not help with weight loss if consumed close to your meals. What does help is eating products that contain water, like apples, melon, and tomatoes. Are sports drinks only for high-performance athletes? False. We all lose water, nutrients, and minerals when exercising, so just drinking water does not recover everything we have lost; a healthy drink with nutrients and mineral boosters is ideal for both an elite football player and someone who runs in their neighborhood.   And if drinking plain water is not your thing, learn in this tip How to Make Natural Water Tastier Discover other Health tips at Súper Secretos de kiwilimón.com!   Recipes to Hydrate You    Mint Melon Smoothie  Melon and Serrano Ham Bites  Apple Smoothie  Watermelon and Piquín Chile Drink