Contents:
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- 1. We don't need to drink 8 glasses a day
- 2. Bottled water sometimes contains fluoride
- 3. Drink lots of water may not make the skin smooth
- 4. You may not reuse plastic drinking bottles
- 5. Consumption of water can remove toxins in the body
- 6. Drinking water can help you lose weight
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Water is the thing we most often encounter. Whether to wash dishes, wash clothes, take a shower, defecate, or eat and drink, we definitely need water. Therefore, water is called the source of human life.
But unfortunately, for something that looks simple and very important like drinking water, there are still some myths and misunderstandings about the benefits and harms of drinking water. Here are some of the myths and facts about drinking water that you need to know:
1. We don't need to drink 8 glasses a day
Noted that Institute of Medicine's Food and Nutrition Board has provided another recommendation regarding the amount of drinking water consumption, namely that women actually need 2.6 liters of water or eight glasses of water every day and men need around 3.7 liters or 12 glasses of water every day. However, you can get the water coverage by drinking water and consuming liquids such as soups and soft drinks, along with fruits and vegetables that contain water.
2. Bottled water sometimes contains fluoride
Fluoride is an important element for healthy bones and teeth. Usually, the content of fluoride in drinking water can function to prevent damage to the teeth. So, if you consume too much bottled water, then the claim says that it is likely that you will lack intake of fluoride in the body which can increase the risk of tooth decay, such as dental caries.
Unfortunately, this opinion is also not true; because bottled drinking water must have fluoride content in it, which is adjusted to the maximum limit of fluoride content obtained in packaged drinks, which is equal to 1.5 mg / l.
3. Drink lots of water may not make the skin smooth
Although there have been many opinions that consuming lots of drinking water can make your skin look younger or brighter skin, the fact is that the amount of water you consume only has very little to do with your skin, especially in the appearance of your skin.
The skin consists of three layers: the outer layer (epidermis), the underlying skin (dermis) and subcutaneous tissue. If the outermost layer of the epidermis does not contain enough water, the skin will lose elasticity and feel rough. Even today there are no studies that prove the relationship between water consumption and hydration or skin appearance.
But if you are dehydrated which makes your skin dry, then consuming drinking water can indeed help you prevent dry skin. Basically, the moisture level of your skin is not determined by internal factors, but is caused by external factors such as how you maintain skin cleanliness or the amount of oil glands in the body.
4. You may not reuse plastic drinking bottles
Often, you buy bottled water in a shopping area and then when you drink bottled water you will use it again to drink by refilling. Unfortunately, this is not recommended because plastic drinking bottles are made of chemicals. These chemicals will seep into the bottle when used repeatedly. In addition, if the bottle is not cleaned properly, it will become a place for harboring bacteria from your mouth.
5. Consumption of water can remove toxins in the body
Although water cannot always neutralize toxins, however, the kidneys will still use water to get rid of waste products that are in the body. So, if you lose water consumption, your kidneys will not have the amount of fluid needed to do their job properly. Because if the body has enough water, the metabolic waste in the body will be eliminated efficiently.
6. Drinking water can help you lose weight
A study found that consumption of drinking water can help you in the process of losing body weight. Water is 100% calorie free, so it can help you burn more calories and can even suppress your appetite if consumed before meals.
