Why is it best to drink water before you are thirsty?

Answer 1

The human body is made up of 60-70% water, so of course it's important to keep that percentage topped up! Even your muscles contain a good amount of water, and we lose water through urination, respiration and sweat.

Other flat/soft drinks are ok too, but they contain caffeine and uneccesary sugars - these aren't always good for your body.

Water allows your body to use its energy more efficiently. You should aim to drink 6-8 full glasses a day, but it varies depending on the individual person - try to drink that much though. Drinking water helps your heart and has been proven to improve health - it also helps prevent headaches, dehydration, sickness, and can make you feel a good deal better about yourself.

You can tell if you aren't drinking enough because you will feel significatnly tired, your skin may not look as healthy as it should, and your urine will have a strong odour and be dark yellow or amber in colour.

Speak to your doctor if you don't think you are drinking enough - they can give you advice.

Over all, it is VITAL to drink enough water a day, so keep a bottle topped up with you at all times, even if you just sip every so often! You'll be doing yourself a favour. :D

Answer 2

The sensation of being thirsty is an indication that you have already used up much of your body's available water reserve and it is now telling you that you need to replenish, in otherwords by the time you are thirsty you are already dehydrated.

Answer 3

Most likely because a strong majority of Human's bodies is made of water.

Answer 4

The human body is primarily made up of water, so it is extremely important to stay hydrated and keep the body healthy

Answer 5

No, its fine just because your not thirsty dont mean your body not craving water.