Health Benefits of Water

27th May 2014

Drink up! Health Benefits of Water

Water makes up about two thirds of our body weight. Its role in good cell function, transport of nutrients through the blood and removal of waste from the body make it an important factor to health and well-being. Water also helps maintain the health and mobility of our joints and can help to keep skin clear, reduce fatigue and improve concentration.

We lose water through the day via sweat, breathing and toileting so it is important that we replace what is lost to stay hydrated. Whilst drinking too much water can be bad for you, the correct amount to drink can depend on your size and weight, how active you are and your body temperature. The current recommendation is to drink 1.2 litres of water a day.

Water can be drank in its purest form but it is also available in the food we eat, fruit juices, squashes and even tea and coffee (although the caffeine in these can cause increased urination and therefore loss of water).

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Jeni Briggs is the founder of The Courtyard Osteopaths, a practice she established in Bristol in 1994. With over three decades of clinical experience, Jeni brings authoritative insight and expertise to every article she writes.

As a registered osteopath with the General Osteopathic Council and a Fellow of the Sutherland Cranial College of Osteopathy, Jeni's credentials reflect her commitment to the highest standards of practice. Her extensive postgraduate training in cranial osteopathy, combined with her eight years working alongside a highly experienced cranial osteopath in Bath, has given her exceptional depth of knowledge.

Jeni specialises in several areas including paediatric care, pregnancy support, and osteodontics - working collaboratively with Bristol's leading orthodontists. This diverse expertise allows her to address complex health topics with clarity and precision.

Throughout her career, Jeni has treated thousands of patients with varied conditions, from newborns to older adults, giving her a wealth of practical experience that informs her writing. Her ongoing professional development ensures her insights remain current and evidence-based, making her blog posts a reliable source of information for readers seeking to understand and improve their health.

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