Drinking Water

Water is essential for good health. Humans are able to survive for several weeks without food, but for only a few days without water. Since the body has no means of storing water, we need a constant supply to replenish the fluids that we lose through sweating and urination. So, we need to drink atleast 6-8 glasses of water everday, and more when it is hot or when playing sport or taking exercise. We shouldn't wait until we feel thirsty, since thirst may indicate that you are already lacking the water you need.

If you are thirsty what do you prefer to drink? 80% of the people answer "Soft Drinks". Most of these drinks are sweetened with sugar. There is an evidence that drinking soft drinks may be a risk factor in developing Obesity (http://www.health.gov.au/). If you prefer to drink them check the labels and choose 'no added sugar' varieties.

Try to adopt healthy drinking habits to keep yourself active. Prefer to drink plain water/ coconut water/ fruit juices/ skim milk/ lassi/ buttermilk whenever you feel thirsty. They supply good nutrients to your body in additional apart from satisfying your thirst.(http://www.australiansportsnutrition.com.au/water_or_cola.php)