Overview
Water is the primary solvent for metabolic waste. Without adequate hydration and electrolyte balance (to maintain cellular voltage), the kidneys cannot filter blood effectively, and the lymphatic system becomes stagnant.
Health Goals Impacted 2
This item supports, tracks, or is required for the following health goals:
Essential for kidney filtration.
The kidneys filter 200 quarts of blood daily. This filtration process is pressure-dependent and requires adequate fluid volume. Chronic mild dehydration reduces the clearance rate of water-soluble toxins and concentrates urine, stressing the renal tissue.
Adding electrolytes ensures that the water actually enters the cells to flush out metabolic waste, rather than just passing through as urine.
Maintains skin turgor.
Dehydrated skin looks older, with more visible fine lines. Adequate water intake ensures that the Hyaluronic Acid in your skin has water to bind to, maintaining the volume and snap of the tissue.