Have you ever forgotten to breathe? Nobody can afford to forget it because it is necessary for survival. I wonder how come people forget to drink water. Water plays an important role in proper functioning of our body but many people do not bother to drink until they feel thirsty.

It is an established fact that 8-10 glasses of water a day can keep lot of problems at bay. Here are some most important benefits of drinking water:

• Water keeps energy level up by flushing out toxins from the body.

• Water is helpful in losing weight. If we drink water half an hour before meal, we tend to eat lesser .That helps in staying healthy and fit.

• It makes skin and hair healthy and glowing. Proper water intake reduces ageing and wrinkles by keeping the skin hydrated.

• It is very helpful in minimizing back pain, migraine and other body aches.

It is really ironical that despite being much beneficial, this least expensive drink is often neglected or undervalued by people. Many people think that other liquids are substitutes of water. However, it is not the case. There is no substitute of water.

So, don’t wait to feel thirsty. Just keep sipping water throughout the day.