The doctors explained what are the consequences of water scarcity for the body

Water scarcity threatens obesity

American scientists have conducted extensive studies, the results of which showed that the more the human body needs water, the more he tends to gain weight.

In the experiment, was attended by about 10 thousand people of different age groups. American scientists in the course of the survey participants noted that the shortage of water in the human body is one of the causes contributing to obesity.

The study once again confirmed that lack of hydration causes weight gain. Experts say that more than 50% of people aged 18-60 years uses little liquid — less than two liters, which is highly recommended by doctors.

According to scientists, water is the second important component of the human body after oxygen. The lack of this component can cause a lot of stress, difficult number of reactions in the body and disrupt the balance of hormones. In addition, the stress received in a period of water deficit, leads to further dehydration is contributes to the destruction of brain tissue and bone. Lack of water can cause disturbances in the cardiovascular system and lead to cancer.

To maintain the body in good shape and good health experts recommend to drink daily 2-3 liters of water, and in the heat and dehydration increase the rate of 0.5—1 liter.

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