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The human body can last weeks without food, but only days without water. The body is made up of 55–75 per cent water. Water forms the basis of blood, digestive juices, urine and perspiration and is contained in lean muscle, fat and bones. As the body can't store water, we need fresh supplies every day to make up for losses from lungs, skin, urine and faeces. The amount we need depends on our metabolism, the weather, the food we eat and our activity levels. Facts about water in our bodies: ...
Observing the workings of nature connects us to the wisdom and order of the universe. When agitated or excited, water forms waves and movement, but with gentler disruption it ripples or eddies. Its patterns, movement and form contain an elemental world of forces. Watching the ebb and flow of water awakens us to its meditative role. We can use this to create a pensive and introspective emotional state which after some time will generate peaceful feelings of wellbeing. Check out my other blog ...
Major illnesses including heart disease, certain cancers and the prevalence of strokes could be drastically reduced if we just eat more fruit and vegetables. Research suggests that the daily increased consumption of fruit and vegetables could reduce the burden of heart disease by 31%, certain cancers by between 12% and 20% and strokes by up to 19%. 'Eat vegetables and fruit for better health' is the key message of health practitioners and nutritionists who seek to educate people of the ...