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		<title>Why you should drink water adequately</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 26 Aug 2024 01:01:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Water is important to nearly every part of our body. Water therapy, also known as hydrotherapy, is the practice of using water to treat a variety of conditions and symptoms such as pain, stiffness, bruising, swelling, muscle pain, menstrual pain, arthritis, joint problems, muscle disorders, and nervous system disorders and mental sickness such as depression and stress.]]></description>
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<p class="has-medium-font-size">Human body has no way to store water and needs fresh supplies to function better. The best source of fluids is fresh tap water. From children to aged people need different amounts of fluid, depending on their age and gender. Women should have about 2 litres (8 cups) of fluids a day, and men about 2.6 litres (10 cups). Children should drink the number of&nbsp;8-ounce cups of water equal to their age, with a minimum of 64 ounces of water for children over the age of 8. These amounts do not include other beverages they may consume in a day such as milk and juice.</p>



<p class="has-black-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size">It’s important to note that our overall brain health depends on our water intake. Staying hydrated is linked to&nbsp;good concentration and increased short-term memory. During interviews, exams, for higher scores our water intake is most important.</p>



<p class="has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-574b72f9e86e9596894aa262296978a2">Yes, water is vital to our health. It and plays a key role in many of our body&#8217;s functions, including cleansing our bodies:</p>



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<li class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>The main toxin in the body is blood urea nitrogen, a water-soluble waste that can pass through the kidneys to be excreted in the urine. Our kidneys do an amazing job of cleansing and removing body of toxins hence, our intake of fluids must be adequate. </strong> </li>



<li class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>When wastes are eliminated from our body, it encourages healthy digestion and transporting nutrients to whole body where they are needed. </strong></li>



<li class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>Water regulates body temperature. Moistening tissues, water moistens tissues in the eyes, nose and mouth. People who stay hydrated, get lesser wrinkles. And they have a sheen on their skin.</strong></li>



<li class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>It protects body organs and tissues.</strong></li>



<li class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>Water lubricates our joints.</strong></li>



<li class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>It dissolves minerals and nutrients to make them accessible to our body.</strong></li>



<li class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>It cushions the brain, spinal cord, and other sensitive tissues.</strong></li>



<li class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>It forms saliva and mucus.</strong></li>



<li class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>It delivers oxygen throughout the body.</strong></li>
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<p class="has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-b0829df2e67983cd7098ba75abec0be4">The amount of water a person needs to consume each day to survive varies by age, gender, and where they live.&nbsp;On average, the exact amount can be affected by factors such as activity level, hormone levels, and body weight.&nbsp;For example, pregnant or breastfeeding ladies need more fluids than usual, and people should increase their water intake on hot days or when they&#8217;re physically active.&nbsp;Dehydration can occur when the body&#8217;s fluids are low, and it can be life threatening, especially for babies, children, and the elderly.&nbsp;</p>



<p class="has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-c1efc5d9b6efb933ebffec413bcb4760">It’s good to note that drinking water can help stabilize our emotions and combat feelings of anxiety. But it’s best to stay away from&nbsp;sweetened beverages trying to stay hydrated.</p>



<p class="has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-82ab94d56da837ba6092967d1d8bd2ac">The human body is made up of about 60–70% water, but the exact percentage can vary from person to person depending on age, sex, and hydration levels. <a>The organs in the human body with the highest percentages of water are the brain (80-85%), kidneys (80-85%), heart (75-80%), lungs (75-80%), liver (70-75%), muscles (70-75%), and skin (70-75%).</a></p>



<p class="has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-f596155fc7663626408569981845dbf1">Drinking water before bed helps us sleep better.&nbsp;Dehydration impacts our sleep-wake cycle and the quality of sleep.&nbsp;Drinking water helps prevent dehydration and regulate our body temperature, which can help you sleep more comfortably and uninterrupted.&nbsp;</p>



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<p class="has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-52e1c3242a53ea32f85c9e9df0f5b01f">Water is important to nearly every part of our body. Water therapy, also known as hydrotherapy, is the practice of using water to treat a variety of conditions and symptoms such as pain, stiffness, bruising, swelling, muscle pain, menstrual pain, arthritis, joint problems, muscle disorders, and nervous system disorders and mental sickness such as depression and stress. Carry a water bottle with you wherever you go. This way you can drink whenever the need occurs. And importantly keep track of your water intake to stay healthy.</p>
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		<title>Why is Okra the powerhouse of health</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Okra is known for harnessing a superior fiber, which helps with digestion, stabilizes blood sugar, and helps to control the rate at which sugar is absorbed. It also contains Vitamin ‘C’, Folate, Vitamin ‘A’, Vitamin ‘K’, Vitamin ‘B3’, Vitamin ‘B1’, Vitamin ‘B6’, Magnesium, Manganese, Beta Carotene and Lutein.]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://drvidyahattangadi.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Okra1.jpg"><img decoding="async" class="alignright wp-image-1359 size-medium" src="http://drvidyahattangadi.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Okra1-300x225.jpg" alt="Okra1" width="300" height="225" /></a>Okra is a healthy green vegetable with many other names like ‘Lady&#8217;s Finger’, ‘Bhendi’ and ‘Gombo’. It has several health benefits attributed to its superior fiber and mucilage content. <strong>Okra</strong> is a nutritional powerhouse used right through history for both medicinal and culinary purposes. Once loved by the Egyptians and still used in many dishes today this pod-producing, tropical vegetable is in use all over the world. It is in use for almost 3500 years. It is also called ‘Chef’s delight’ because of umpteen recipes made out of it. Okra is known for harnessing a superior fiber, which helps with digestion, stabilizes blood sugar, and helps to control the rate at which sugar is absorbed. It also contains Vitamin ‘C’, Folate, Vitamin ‘A’, Vitamin ‘K’, Vitamin ‘B3’, Vitamin ‘B1’, Vitamin ‘B6’, Magnesium, Manganese, Beta Carotene and Lutein.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Do you know, okra promotes a healthy pregnancy &#8211; an extremely important B vitamin for producing and maintaining new cells, ‘folate’ is an essential compound for finest pregnancy. The vitamin helps prevent birth defects in child and helps the baby to grow sufficiently. Vitamin C is also essential for fetal development. As mentioned above Okra is rich in both folate and vitamin C.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">It also helps in keeping the kidneys healthy<strong>. </strong>It supports the colon’s health too<strong>. </strong>Okra is full of dietary fiber, which is essential for cleansing the colon, and digestive health as a whole. The fiber in Okra helps to clean out the gastrointestinal system, allowing the colon to work at greater levels of efficiency. Additionally, the vitamin A contributes to healthy mucous membranes, helping the digestive tract to operate suitably. Its Vitamin C property helps keeping the respiratory problems away; like asthma and wheezing symptoms. What more, okra promotes healthy Skin. Vitamin C helps keep the skin looking young and vibrant. The vitamins aid in the growth and repair of bodily tissues, which affects collagen formation and skin pigmentation, and helps to rejuvenate damaged skin.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Get rid of blood sugar: </strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><a href="http://drvidyahattangadi.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Okra2.jpg"><img decoding="async" class="alignleft wp-image-1360 size-full" src="http://drvidyahattangadi.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Okra2.jpg" alt="Okra2" width="236" height="177" /></a>Take two pieces of Okra/Lady Finger and remove both ends of each Piece. Also put a small cut in the middle and put these two pieces in glass of water. Cover the glass and keep it at room temperature during night. Early morning, before breakfast simply remove two pieces of lady Finger from the glass and drink that water. Keep doing it on daily basis. Within two weeks, you will see remarkable results in reduction of your blood sugar. You may chop the lady fingers into small or medium size pieces and put them into water and drink it up the next morning. Please try it as it will not do you any harm even if it does not do much good to you. But, you have to keep doing it at least for few weeks.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">This has cured diabetes of many people. And it is a fact. Lady Finger stabilizes the blood sugar in diabetic patients by controlling the rate at which sugar is absorbed from the intestinal tract. Many scientific journals have published studies on the superb capability of okra to cure diabetes. So if you are suffering from diabetes, (even border line) it would be a great idea to cure it by trying this easy treatment at home.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><a href="http://drvidyahattangadi.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Okra3.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignright wp-image-1361 size-medium" src="http://drvidyahattangadi.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Okra3-300x200.jpg" alt="Okra3" width="300" height="200" /></a><strong>Relevant tip for glowing skin:</strong> Boil a handful of okra until soft. After letting it cool, mash it, and apply it on to your face. After 5 minutes, wash your face and see your skin glowing. You will also feel your skin smooth and rejuvenated.</p>
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