We all know that water’s important for us. Up to 60 per cent of adult bodies are water, and we’re always told to drink lots of it to make sure we stay hydrated. But why is it extra important for us to drink more water in the summer, and how does drinking water help us in the hotter months? Water is always critical for our health, but here are 3 reasons you need more of it in the summer heat: Hot weather, extra physical activity, and spending more time outdoors.
Cowichan River Temperature Rises to Levels Usually Seen in August
Mustard Seed sounds urgent call for bottled water amid scorching heat
How much water should you really be drinking? A look at the dos and don'ts to keeping cool this summer
In the summer, our body is sweating more because of hot weather, so it becomes even more critical to stay hydrated with this increased water loss, says Samantha Blizzard. "Keeping hydrated is immensely important for more reasons than I could list," says Blizzard, a registered dietitian working for the Atlantic Superstore in Charlottetown and Montague, P.E.I. Water makes up approximately 70 per cent of our body. Our organs need water to function properly, and it helps deliver nutrients to our cells, which is crucial for maintaining optimal energy levels, she explains.