To you, “Naturally”
Facts about your drinking water.
Kids, mums-to-be and seniors
From childhood to pregnancy and through your senior years, staying hydrated is always important. It is essential to keep young children and the elderly hydrated because they may not recognise their body’s own thirst signals. Pregnant women and nursing mothers need to drink extra water because they are hydrating for two.
The water you want, where you want it
Drinking water is often needed where tap water is not within reasonable reach — older buildings, warehouses, factories, sheds, booths, parking garages, parks, boats and outdoor locations of all kinds. With spring water you can have fresh, pure drinking water virtually anywhere you want it.
Free of chlorine, other chemicals and impurities
The water filtration of most municipalities includes chlorine, a chemical known to have caused a number of health related problems. Other chemical compounds and potentially toxic minerals including copper, lead, rust, and a large number of other pollutants and man-made chemicals are found in varying degrees in tap water by the time it reaches the faucet. Even though their quantities sit below maximum levels and are considered not potentially harmful in the short term, several studies show the effects of these agents, after decades of daily consumption, can have an impact on people’s health as they age. Our water is free of all of these compounds.
Dehydration can really get you down
75–90% of our population is chronically dehydrated, even though Australians consume 350L of water every day. Much of that water is used for purposes other than drinking, including laundry and bathing. By the time you feel thirsty, your body is already slightly dehydrated. Make sure you drink at least the recommended 2–3L of water every day.
How does water work … at work?
Dehydration is the number one trigger of daytime fatigue. That is why so many people find themselves hitting a mid-afternoon lull at the office. A mere 2% drop in body water can trigger fuzzy short-term memory, trouble with basic maths, and difficulty focusing on a computer screen or printed page. Keep a glass of water by your desk to sip through the day.
How much water is enough?
You lose up to 2L of water a day, so it is important to drink between 8 and 12 servings of 250ml every day — that is 2–3L a day.
Water for all seasons
Your body needs extra water in both summer and winter. In summer your body loses more water through perspiration; in winter it works harder to maintain its temperature. Pay attention to how much water you drink, no matter the season.