Why Water Matters

Every system in the body depends on water. From circulation to digestion to nerve conduction, proper hydration is essential. Even mild dehydration can impair how cells, tissues, and organs function. Over time, chronic dehydration can contribute to health problems that could otherwise be prevented.

Risks of Dehydration

As outlined in Your Body’s Many Cries for Water and supported by clinical research, dehydration increases risk for:

• Kidney stones – insufficient water intake concentrates minerals, encouraging stone formation.
• Headaches and migraines – hydration helps stabilize circulation and brain function.
• Constipation and digestive issues – water is necessary to keep stool soft and the bowels moving.
• Joint and back pain – cartilage and spinal discs require water to stay cushioned.
• Fatigue and poor concentration – even slight dehydration reduces energy and focus.

How Much Water Do You Need?

A simple formula makes it easy to calculate daily fluid needs:

• Body weight ÷ 2 = cleansing dose (oz/day)
• 80% of that = minimum dose (drinking less means dehydration).

Example: A 100-pound person should drink 40–50 ounces daily, more if they exercise, sweat, or work in hot environments.

Why Filtered Water Is Best

City water often contains trace chemicals from treatment and infrastructure, including chlorine by-products, fluoride, heavy metals, agricultural runoff, and even pharmaceuticals in some systems. For the cleanest option:

• High-quality water pitchers and filtration systems can remove up to 99.9% of contaminants, including chlorine, heavy metals, pesticides, and microplastics.
• Many advanced systems also make the water alkaline, which some people prefer for taste and potential health benefits.

Filtered water reduces the chemical burden on your body and makes it easier to stay consistently hydrated.

Bottom Line     

Hydration is one of the simplest, most powerful health habits. Drinking enough pure, filtered water daily—using your body-weight formula—protects your kidneys, brain, joints, digestion, and overall vitality. Combine this with a quality filtration system, and you’ll give your body the best foundation for health and healing.