Abstract
The human body is approximately 60 % water by weight; around 75 % of lean tissue is made up of water, and less than 25 % of adipose tissue consists of water. Water performs many essential functions including the transport of nutrients and waste products around the body, acting as a medium for metabolic reactions, maintaining the structure of large molecules, and acting as coolant by way of sweat. Water is essential to survival, and 2–3 L of water a day is recommended for the average person representing a minimum of 1 mL/kcal. This amount, contrary to popular belief, comes not only from beverages but also from water found in food.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | Nutrition and Health (United Kingdom) |
| Pages | 259-265 |
| Number of pages | 7 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 2016 |
Publication series
| Name | Nutrition and Health (United Kingdom) |
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| Volume | Part F3922 |
| ISSN (Print) | 2628-197X |
| ISSN (Electronic) | 2628-1961 |
UN SDGs
This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being
Keywords
- Bottled water
- Mineral water
- Tap water
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