In the body of a man weighing 70 kg on average, according to Dr. Elvina Karyadi, MSc, nutritionist, water content in the body approximately 45 l. (In women, slightly lower water content because a larger body fat composition.) Of the total water content above 45 , approximately 30 contained in our cells (intracellular), whereas 15 l is outside the cell (extracellular). Which includes water outside the cell is water in the fluid of the brain, eyes and nasal fluids, including fluid in the gastrointestinal tract.

According to other sources, the brain water content 83%, renal 82%, cardiac 79%, lung 80%, bone 22%, and the blood of 90%. When the water content in each organ is maintained as needed, then the organ will remain healthy. Conversely, if declining, its function will also be reduced and more easily disturbed by bacteria, viruses, etc.. So you can imagine how big the role of water in our body.

Fortunately, the human body has a mechanism in maintaining the balance of the incoming water intake and issued. Thirst was on everyone is a normal mechanism in maintaining the water intake in the body. Water bodies require approximately 2 to 2.5 (8-10 cups) per day. Total water demand is already including the water intake from food (such as soup, soup, etc.), beverages such as milk, tea, coffee, syrup etc. In addition, water intake was also obtained from the metabolism of food consumed and tissue metabolism in the body.

Importance of water daily intake, can also be seen from the number of water must be removed from the body every day through several mechanisms. There is through urine, feces, sweat, and also through the respiratory tract.

The amount of water removed the body through the urine of about 1 l / day. If the number issued in the feces of healthy persons approximately 50-400 g / day, the water content of about 60-90% weight of feces or about 50-60 ml of water a day.

Meanwhile, water is wasted through sweating and respiratory tract in a maximum of 1 l per day, depending on the temperature of the surrounding air. Not to mention the expenditure of factors of water through respiration. Someone who has a fever, the moisture content in breathing will increase. Conversely, the amount of water that is inhaled through the breath is reduced due to low humidity surroundings.

Our bodies will deteriorate if the moisture content decreased and the charging less rapidly implemented. Obviously, because there is a very close relationship between quality and water content in the body with our body’s response.

Dr. James M. Rippe, a cardiologist from the U.S. suggest you drink at least one l more than what is needed our thirst. Because, losing only 4% of fluid will decrease our performance as much as 22%! It is understandable when you lose 7%, we will begin to feel weak and lethargic.

The more we do the activity, more water will be drained from the body. Especially people who live in tropical countries, where more energy is released. Therefore, health experts warn not to drink only when thirsty. Many drinking habits, whether it is hungry or not, is a healthy habit!

That means, working in air-conditioned space also requires us to drink more, although do not feel thirsty. Because, in our air-conditioned room will more quickly become dehydrated. That much to drink will help the skin does not dry quickly important to note not only by those who daily work in air-conditioned room, but also by those who work indoors where the temperature is not fixed. The temperature fluctuates causing the room humidity is also uncertain. With drinking water will help neutralize the effect of such changes.

White water also are “away the” dirt in your body that will be faster to get out through urine. For those who want to arrange any body, drink warm water before eating (and thus felt somewhat satisfied) is one way to reduce the amount of food intake. Moreover the water contains no calories, sugar, or fat. However it is best to drink water at medium temperature, not too hot, nor too cold.

Realizing how much water is very supporting fitness, health and beauty of the body, there’s nothing wrong we maintain our friendship with this old friend. As long as we still can enjoy the usefulness, let’s take advantage of their best.