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The pH Values of Water and What It Means
The pH value of water is important to consider when ingesting water. What does pH mean? The pH value refers to particles in water which is electrically charged so the pH is a measurement that reveals how acidic or alkaline (basic) the water is. The. . .
Drinking Water During Pregnancy
Staying hydrated during a pregnancy is extremely important because you’re keeping hydrated for two not one. Water and hydration has a significant role in the health of fetal development. If you’re pregnant, the recommended amount of water that. . .
Water Intake During Illness
The importance of drinking water and additional fluids like soup and homemade juice while you’re sick should not be underestimated. Being sick can cause dehydration through vomiting and/or diarrhea so it’s not a good idea to bring this condition. . .
Exercise and Water Ingestion
Whether you’re an athlete or an exercise enthusiast, water ingestion is essential before, during, and after exercise. If you are dehydrated before exercise, then it will only worsen during and after exercise if you do not ingest enough water and. . .
Effects of Water on Blood Sugar Levels
Diabetes is associated with hyperglycemia or hypoglycemia. The difference is that not all diabetics have hypoglycemia as it is just considered low blood sugar. Water is the perfect drink for both conditions because it helps blood glucose levels. For. . .
Hot Water Versus Cold Water Consumption
The consumption of hot water versus cold water and whether cold water is harmful to the digestive tract has been a longstanding debate. The differences are reflected in the Eastern and Western medicine approaches while revealing their philosophy and. . .
Water and Migraines
Migraines affect people of all ages in different environments and they can be quite unpredictable. The strength and length of time a migraine remains are different for each person. Symptoms of a migraine include: throbbing pain behind both eyes or. . .
How Water Eases Constipation
Constipation can be considered mild or severe in people who do not have enough fluids including water and adequate fibre in their diets. Chronic constipation occurs when bowel movements are infrequent, primarily having less than three bowel. . .
Water and Body Temperature Regulation
Normal body temperature in humans, also referred to as normothermia or euthermia, maintains its normal range by thermoregulation where the central nervous system plays a role in the lowering or raising of body temperature. The variability of human. . .
Water Consumption During Fasting
Historically, fasting has been practiced by numerous cultures for thousands of years. Major religions have traditions which include fasting which has physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual benefits. When the body is sick, it naturally loses its. . .
Water and Hormone Balance
The endocrine system is comprised of glands and glandular organs that generate hormones. The major endocrine glands are the hypothalamus, pineal gland, pituitary gland, parathyroid gland, thyroid, thymus, adrenals, pancreas, pancreas islet, ovaries,. . .
The Effects of Water on Blood Viscosity
The study of blood flow properties along with its elements of plasma and cells is called Hemorheology, haemorheology or blood rheology. Proper tissue perfusion which is the circulation of the blood through the vascular tissue, can only occur when. . .
Drinking Water Reduces Toxins and Alleviates Inflammation
Drinking water is the most important fluid you can ingest to reduce toxins in the body and surprisingly, water is one of the top ways to reduce inflammation as well. Inflammation is a condition which can become chronic in the body if it is. . .
New Canada Food Guide Recommends Water
The new Canada Food Guide which emerged in early 2019 presented some surprising changes for healthy eating and drinking. Rather than state specific serving recommendations, general guidelines are given instead. One of the photos in the new food. . .
Health Advantages of Water
There are numerous health benefits to drinking enough water; maintaining an optimum hydration level is just one of the benefits. Since an adult body has approximately 60% water, the recommended amount of water to drink to stay hydrated is eight. . .
Water and Eye Health
Many people use eye drops to alleviate dry eyes but there is another way to ease the dry eye syndrome; drink more water. A hydrated body can also affect the eyes since they are surrounded by fluid and need water to keep a healthy balance for sight. . . .
Water and Kidney Function
The kidneys are located on either side of the spine at the bottom level of the rib cage. The kidneys are one of the most life-sustaining organs in the body where the filtering process of returning 200 quarts of fluid every 24 hours is crucial in. . .
Water and Muscle Health
Water is needed for muscle health not only before, during, and after a workout but even if you’re not working out or doing moderate exercise. It’s the most important anabolic nutrient you can intake. Dehydration not only affects performance. . .
Water and Liver Function
The liver is one of the most important and necessary organs in the body. Protected by the rib cage and weighing about three pounds, it has two sections; the right and left lobes. The gallbladder is under the liver along with parts of the pancreas. . .
The Properties of Water and Heart Health
Water plays a very important role in maintaining cardiovascular health and function. Water helps pump the blood throughout the body making the heart pump properly. Dr. Thomas Cowan, who wrote the book Human Heart, Cosmic Heart: A Doctor’s Quest to. . .
Water and Cleanses
Internal cleansing has been used by various cultures and has been practiced around the world for centuries. Though there have been beneficial results from cleansing reported, very little research has been done about it. Whatever cleanse is used,. . .
Water and Digestive Health
One of the most beneficial fluids to drink is water so ditch other alcohol or sugar-laden beverages for your body’s benefit. Whether your water is infused with fruits or taken plain, hot or cold, there is absolutely no substitute for it. Not only. . .
Water and Tissue Health
Water is used to hydrate all of the cells in the body including the organs and tissues which helps to regulate its temperature and maintain other bodily functions at the optimum level. This article What are Tissues? – Types and. . .
The Benefits of Water on the Skin
There are many benefits of water including the wonderful effects it has on the skin. It’s important to drink about 8-10 eight-ounce glasses of water throughout the day so that your skin is properly hydrated. Just like the other organs in our. . .
Hydration, Dehydration and the Importance of Water
Water is necessary for life and it’s also a human right to have clean water. Without water, people can only survive for days. The percentage of water present in infants, adults and the elderly is in the range of 75% to 55% respectively. It is. . .
Water and Brain Function
Water is integral for the brain to function optimally. Dehydration and lack of enough water for the brain can cause undesirable symptoms such as Lack of focus; Memory issues; Fatigue; Brain fog; Headaches; Insomnia; Dull dry skin; Pronounced. . .
Water and Consciousness
“Water is the driving force of all nature,” said Leonardo Da Vinci and it’s with us every day of our lives. Water has unique physical-chemical properties compared to other liquids but even more amazing is that water’s properties don’t. . .
Electrolytes and Water
Homeostasis and balance within the body have everything to do with electrolytes and what role they play in keeping the body healthy. Heart regulation, neurological function, fluid balance, oxygen delivery, acid-base balance is affected by. . .
How To Store Your Freshly's Delivered Water Bottles
So you've just received another timely and convenient water bottle delivery from Calgary Water Pure and Simple and it's now time to store it. But where do you put it? You're set for the next week so there's quite a few bottles and. . .
Calgary Bottled Water Delivery Tips: How To Stay Hydrated
Staying hydrated is essential for your everyday health and it's something that's especially important in a dry city climate like Calgary. Everyone knows that to stay hydrated you have to drink more water, but how much? At what times? Are. . .
Welcome to Our New Website!
We're excited to announce the launch of Calgary Water Pure and Simple's brand new site! Since we started business 25 years ago we've been dedicated to providing our customers with the best experience possible, and we hope our new. . .
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