As you drink more, your bladder will become hypersensitive and you'll be making frequent trips to the bathroom. As your body adjusts, you'll urinate less often and in larger amounts. Your Digestive System Food needs water to properly digest. Water carries nutrients to the cells through the blood, increasing your water intake tends to reduce the symtoms of heartburn, acid stomach, gastritis and constipation. Chronic dehydration may result in weight gain, poor muscle tone, including size and water retention.
Water is essential to any weight loss plan.
For every 25 pounds that you exceed your body weight you should increase your water consumption by one eight ounce glass. Water lubricates your joints and allows you to move freely. The connective tissue around your joints needs plenty of water to maintain its elasticity and allow ease of movement. When the cartilage is well hydrated, the two opposing surfaces glide freely and friction damage is minimal. Increasing the amount of water that you drink may relieve arthritic pain.