It’s common to hear that water is essential for your health. But why?

This substance makes up a majority of your body weight and is involved in many important functions, including:

• flushing out waste from your body
• regulating body temperature
• helping your brain function

You get most of your water from drinking beverages, but food also contributes a small amount to your daily water intake.

Staying hydrated is crucial to maintaining your body tempreture. Your body loses water through sweat during physical activity and in hot environments.

Your sweat keeps your body cool, but your body temperature will rise if you don’t replenish the water you lose. That’s because your body loses electrolytes and plasma when it’s dehydrated.

If you’re sweating more than usual, make sure to drink pletty ofwater a avaoid dehydration.

Drinking water may activate your metabolism. A boost in metabolism has been associated with a positive impact on energy level.

Do you stay well hydrated? Do you feel a difference when you don’t drink enough water? Share your thoughts on the importance of drinking water in the comments.

Allie Nelson: KU volleyball libero/DS

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