To help understand importance of water in the body, the International Bottled Water Association (www.bottledwater.org) lists 13 things water does in the body: 1. Brain is 75% water / Moderate dehydration can cause headaches and dizziness 2. Water is required for expiration 3. Regulates body temperature 4. Carries nutrients and oxygen to all cells in the body 5. Blood is 92% water 6. Moistens oxygen for breathing 7. Protects and cushions vital organs 8. Helps to convert food into energy 9. Helps body absorb nutrients 10. Removes waste 11. Bones are 22% water 12. Muscles are 75% water 13. Cushions joints |
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