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Here at Gramps' Place, we share very funny and sometimes pretty lame jokes, interesting, motivational or educational stories, fun facts and also tips on how to stay healthy. |
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Thursday, April 27, 2006
Health: The Truth About Water I'd have to admit it sounds very exaggerated... - Espen One glass of water shuts down midnight hunger pangs for almost 100% of the dieters studied in a university study. Lack of water is the no.1 trigger of daytime fatigue. Preliminary research indicates that 8 to 10 glasses of water a day could significantly ease back and joint pain for up to 80% of sufferers. A mere 2% drop in body water can trigger fuzzy short-term memory, trouble with basic math, and difficulty focusing on the computer screen. Drinking 5 glasses of water daily decreases the risk of colon cancer by 45%, plus it can slash the risk of breast cancer by 79% and one is 50% less likely to develop bladder cancer. Are you drinking the amount of water you should everyday? Technorati tags:health, wellness, water |