The human body consists of over 70 per cent water, so it's easy to see why it's so important to consume it.
Far from simply satisfying your thirst, water (or lack thereof) can impact almost every aspect of your personal health.
Drinking water helps to regulate your appetite, improve skin clarity, ease joint pain (and some headaches!), boost energy levels, flush out toxins, reduce high blood pressure and high cholesterol (and the risk of heart attack), increase metabolism, and decrease your chances of developing kidney stones and even some forms of cancer.
Your cells need water too, in order to function adequately.
It helps cells to process blood (which is also mostly water), which is vital for dispersing nutrients and eliminating waste within the body.
Water lubricates your joints to ensure smooth movement and hydrates your muscles to reduce discomfort, aches and pains.
If you're trying to lose weight, water can be a really helpful catalyst in that journey as well.
Not only does it enhance fat loss because it helps higher-priority processes within the body regulate and run smoothly, but it also can reduce your appetite, meaning that you'll eat less.
Did you know that the brain often processes thirst and dehydration as feelings of hunger? The next time you think you're hungry, try having a glass of water instead.
Eye health is also affected by how much water we drink.
Many of us can spend long hours working in front of a computer screen, which can really dry out the eyes.
Drinking water helps keep the eyes hydrated and healthy.
Remember that other beverages like coffee, tea, sodas or alcoholic beverages do not count as drinking water - adults need 8-12 8-ounce glasses of water every day!