Water health

• We should all drink plenty of fresh water each day to keep our body cells in prime condition
• Water forms a vital part of our hectic lives; in fact we can exist for over 2 months without food, but only a few days without water
• Increased water consumption can also help reduce the potential harmful intake of too many caffeine and sugar loaded drinks
• Sufficient water intake has also been shown to reduce the incidence of respiratory, stress related and dietary problems
• About 75% of our bodies are made up of water, but we lose about 8 pints of fluid a day
• Doctors recommend drinking about 8 glasses of water a day to replace this fluid and keep us in great condition, so that properly hydrated we feel more alive, have more energy and concentrate better which helps to increase our productivity
• Lack of water can lead to poor concentration, fatigue, irritability and headaches
• Schools are now legally required to supply water to their children
• The workplace regulations 1992 clearly state "You should make easily accessible to all people in the workplace an adequate supply of wholesome drinking water and cups".