Post by perny on Apr 8, 2006 1:13:27 GMT -5
:)I enjoy reading the healthy living forum on the site, but it wont accept my user name and/or password to respond to a post. 
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I am most interested in the disucussion of water intake per day. Pink Vibes's research reprepresents the most current research findings I've read also, do not remember her source though...and I am feverishly searching for the formula rec. by researchers concerning a sensible water intake from my research. We do know that 64 oz of water per day is a myth, it's origin unknown. Keeping in mind, that 80-90% of other liquids we drink is water...the levels of fluid/water intake can exceed what is considered a healthy ratio. Believe it or not, excessive amounts of water can lead to brain damage or death...at the least, it can deplete the vitamin or prescription meds some women are taking and some 'common' medical conditions inhibit sweating (my case from a thyroid disorder). Since Spring time puts so many women in particular, into a dieting mode...I will not rest until I find that research info to share, also any input is greatlly appreciated. There is no denying that adding water promotes weight loss (let's face it, fat doesnt fall off in the driveway, it leaves through our kidneys.) But if you disturb the delicate balance of electrolites by too much water intake, your kidneys can shut down, your body can retain fluids. In addition, there is a drug being used by some people called extasay? It creates an unquenchable thirst, consequentlly, many of the deaths related to this drug use have been from over-hydration. Since the amount of water intake for Healthy Reasons is proportional to how much water is eliminated through perspiration and urine...I advise women to drink when you're thirsty...don't force water intake...and be alert to the amount eliminated through perspiration and urine. If you show any symptoms of water retention, please consult a physician.
Love, Perny
*********************I am most interested in the disucussion of water intake per day. Pink Vibes's research reprepresents the most current research findings I've read also, do not remember her source though...and I am feverishly searching for the formula rec. by researchers concerning a sensible water intake from my research. We do know that 64 oz of water per day is a myth, it's origin unknown. Keeping in mind, that 80-90% of other liquids we drink is water...the levels of fluid/water intake can exceed what is considered a healthy ratio. Believe it or not, excessive amounts of water can lead to brain damage or death...at the least, it can deplete the vitamin or prescription meds some women are taking and some 'common' medical conditions inhibit sweating (my case from a thyroid disorder). Since Spring time puts so many women in particular, into a dieting mode...I will not rest until I find that research info to share, also any input is greatlly appreciated. There is no denying that adding water promotes weight loss (let's face it, fat doesnt fall off in the driveway, it leaves through our kidneys.) But if you disturb the delicate balance of electrolites by too much water intake, your kidneys can shut down, your body can retain fluids. In addition, there is a drug being used by some people called extasay? It creates an unquenchable thirst, consequentlly, many of the deaths related to this drug use have been from over-hydration. Since the amount of water intake for Healthy Reasons is proportional to how much water is eliminated through perspiration and urine...I advise women to drink when you're thirsty...don't force water intake...and be alert to the amount eliminated through perspiration and urine. If you show any symptoms of water retention, please consult a physician.
Love, Perny
