Practical drinking tips at home and on the go WATER BALANCING RECIPES18 Tired listless lethargic Depending on body weight and the level of activity the body re quires an average of 2 3 litres of water a day to remain fit and efficient this requirement is even higher on hot days Some of our fluid intake is contained in the food we eat but we must still drink adequate quantities of fluids Without sufficient water the blood circulation slows down hampering the efficient transport of nutrients around the body Headaches and poor concentration are generally the first signs of a water shortage and the performance curve dips Here are a few tips that will help you drink regularly during the day 1 FIRST THING IN THE MORNING Ideally drink your first glass of water immediately after you get up to com pensate for the loss of fluid during the night 2 ALWAYS DRINK BEFORE YOU START FEELING THIRSTY Listen to your body because it will tell you when it needs fluids Drink water regularly and before you are thirsty to avoid a loss of performance 3 REMEMBER TO DRINK WHEN ON THE GO The brain requires roughly 250 ml of water an hour which is why you must always carry water with you when you re out and about Take small regular sips ideally from a bottle of filtered water 4 NON CARBONATED It is better to drink non carbonated water because carbon dioxide places an unnecessary strain on the body and is less efficient because the carbonic acid resulting from the metabolism of CO2 needs removing via the lungs 5 BWT GOURMET TABLE WATER FILTER ON YOUR DESK Place Filter jug on your desk first thing in the morning Always keep it within easy reach to remind you to drink and drink regularly

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