There‘s no doubt that water is a very important element and building block of life — and of vibrant health. The amount of water a person should consume can vary on a daily basis. It can depend on many physical, physiological, and environmental factors, Therefore, the right amount of water on any given day just depends on individual needs and circumstances.
Simply put: 'Enough' — is the right amount.
On average, a person may lose up to 2-4 quarts of water each day via bowel and bladder excretion; perspiration; and breathing. If this water isn’t replaced adequately, dehydration may result and impair good health. Although proper hydration is desired, there is no need to flood your insides out, or try to turn yourself into an aquarium!
Feeling thirsty is not always a reliable sign that you need to consume more water (as this signal can become blunted if already dehydrated). Thirst is an instinct, but like many other human instincts, it can become altered over time (especially when people are not fully ‘in tune’ with their bodies or choose to neglect themselves).
Other signs of dehydration to look for may include:
feeling lethargic
being mentally confused
having absence of perspiration in spite of heavy activity
sunken eyes
absence of tears when crying vigorously
restless or irritable behavior
a flushed face
dry or warm skin
little overall urine output
urine that is strong smelling and dark yellow in appearance
dizziness
weakness
headaches
Pain (especially in an injured region of the body) can also accompany dehydration.
There's water in many foods and beverages, so much of your water needs can be met this way. However, the best hydrating foods and beverages would include: fresh, whole, organic fruits and veggies; other high-water content plant foods; freshly squeezed fruit and veggie juices or smoothies; and fresh coconut water. Some non-caffeinated herbal teas, or fruit and spice teas may be okay as well.
(Note: Caffeine and alcohol are very dehydrating and are not recommended.The same could be said for other ‘water robbers’ as well — including processed junk foods; overly cooked foods; energy drinks; sports beverages; artificial chemicals and sweeteners; and many synthetic vitamins and minerals.)
Fresh plant foods help secure better hydration for several reasons: the water is structured correctly (it’s H3O2 vs. H2O) which is more easily absorbed; it contains fiber in those foods that helps water actually absorb better; and it contains many important natural minerals (‘electrolytes’) that have more energizing and hydrating power.
Eating and drinking isn't the only way your body receives water. Water absorption can also occur through the skin and your lungs. Therefore, the water you ‘bathe in’ and ‘breathe in’ should also be a consideration. The body even makes its own water, but it must have the right inputs to accomplish this vital task (including correct environmental signaling in the form of touch; pressure; movement; light; sound; electricity; vibration; and magnetism).
Proper hydration can only occur if the water is adequately distributed throughout your body. One of the simplest ways to help ensure this is through movement of your body’s ‘connective tissue’ (also called: ‘fascia’), which is one more reason to perform daily exercise and not live a sedentary lifestyle.
Regarding drinking water, I would recommend that your water be filtered and structured in a way that removes harsh chemicals (such as chlorine and fluoride), bacteria and micro-organisms, heavy metals, pesticides, radiation, etc. There are various filtration systems on the market that can serve this purpose. Bottom line: Most tap water is very polluted, and most bottled water often is also. Just remember: If you don't use a filter, your body may become the filter!
Water is more than just hydration — it’s also information. It helps to form the communication superhighway throughout and around our bodies. It’s part of our unique liquid crystal matrix and human design.
‘Dehydration’ = ‘Disconnection’ — from self, others, and the planet!
You can drink water all day long and still be dehydrated. The quality of hydration you have will be dependent on the quality of your overall health regimen — quality of your diet; quality of your breathing and overall air quality; quality of light you're exposed to; quality of rest and sleep; quality of how well you move and exercise; how well you’re electrically grounded; and even the quality of your thoughts and emotions!
This just makes sense — quality of hydration depends on the quality of other health factors.
Here are some important reminders when it comes to overall health and healing:
As such, ‘proper hydration’ is no exception to these guiding principles.
