Why do we need to
drink purified water?
Pure drinking water is a fundamental part of good health. It ranks
only second to oxygen as essential for life. In fact, 70% of your body
is made up of water, and the BEST water for your body is PURE
water.
The Health Benefits of Purified Water
Drinking water aids digestion and absorption of food, regulates body temperature, carries nutrients and oxygen to cells and removes toxins and other wastes. The body’s water also cushions joints and protects tissues and organs including the spinal cord from shock. Conversely a lack of drinking water or dehydration can be the cause of many ailments. Such as...
Some of the short-term effects of dehydration include:
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• Stomach Pain
• Headaches and dizziness
• Low energy
• Dry mouth
Why purified water?
Tap water may contain bacteria, virus, salts, fluoride, heavy metals and harmful chemicals which are known to cause a variety of health problems. These may include heart disease, fatigue, gastrointestinal upset, nerve disorder and kidney failure. Drinking purified water is not a luxury - it is absolutely essential for every person’s health and family’s health.
What is reverse osmosis water?
Reverse osmosis or (RO) occurs when the water is moved across the membrane layers. The water is separated at a molecular level removing all dissolved solids. The membrane also removes fluoride, metals, salts and most organisms Leaving pure H2O for your drinking enjoyment. Reverse osmosis is often used in commercial and residential water filtration. It is water in its purest form and is clearly the body’s choice for optimal health.
How much water does the body need to be hydrated?
The average adult body needs about 2.5 liters of water per day to match the amount of fluid it will lose. If it is a hot day or the body is exerted through prolonged exercise, it will require an increase in water consumption.
| Normal Temperature | Hot Weather | Prolonged Exercise | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Perspiration | 700ml | 600ml | 1000ml |
| Urine | 1400ml | 1200ml | 500ml |
| Sweat | 100ml | 1400ml | 5000ml |
| Feces | 100ml | 100ml | 100ml |
| TOTAL | 2300ml | 3300ml | 6600ml |
Electrolyte Drinks
Soft drinks, cordial, coffee and alcohol are not a substitute for water. They are known as ‘electrolyte drinks’ and actually make you dehydrate. The reason is that these types of beverages contain chemicals (waste & toxins) that require the body to use water to remove.