WATER
1. Intake of water is very essential to maintain good health and to assist the smooth functioning of the body. 2. One should have at least 8-10 glasses of water per day or a minimum of 2 to 2.5 litres per day.
3. Water is a good remedy for constipation and other intestinal or stomach disorders.
4. Warm water gives relief to cough, cold and sore throat.
5. Splashing fresh water in the eyes first thing in the morning will bring relief to tired eyes, will improve eyesight and vision and will keep the eyes healthy.
6. Anuria or anuresis can be cured by sitting in a hot water tub filled up to your waist.
7. Drinking the required quantity of water helps in removing waste products from the body.
8. It is known that inhaling or sucking in a few drops of water daily through the nose cures cold permanently.
9. Water is considered a good skin tonic. Proper intake of water keeps the skin clear, glowing and moist. It also delays the ageing process.
10. One should practice water therapy daily, that is, to have water early in the morning as soon as one gets up, one should have at least five glasses of water on an empty stomach and then after about 45 minutes one can have tea/coffee or breakfast.
11. Water stored in a clay pot or a pitcher is considered healthy than refrigerated water. Refrigerated water does not quench thirst.
12. Do not drink water during meals as it hampers the digestion by reducing the concentration of gastric juices that aids the process of digestion.
13. Do not drink water immediately after meals. Water must be taken at least 2 hours after any meal.
