Water

Water is the single most important part of a healthy diet and a healthy lifestyle. For anyone, and especially for young people, seniors, and people with active lifestyles, drinking enough good clean water has a tremendous positive impact on energy levels and overall health.

Why is drinking water so important?
Your body is almost 70% water so replenishing it is essential to almost all your body's functions.

How much water should I drink?
You lose up to 2L of water a day, so it's important that you drink between 8-12 cups of water every day. VIP Water makes this easy with dispensers for any home or office.

Why should I drink water at work?
Drinking enough water can really perk you up - lack of water is actually the number one trigger of daytime fatigue. *  A mere 2% drop in body water can trigger fuzzy short-term memory, trouble with basic math, and difficulty focusing on the computer screen or printed page*. Keep a glass of water by your desk to sip on throughout the day to help you stay hydrated and focused.

Drinking more water is only important in summer, right?
You may be surprised, but your body needs extra water in both summer and winter. You perspire more in the summer; and in winter temperature regulation in your body, and the heating systems in homes and offices can dehydrate you. Having VIP Water on hand is a great way of making sure you get enough water year-round.

Can drinking water help me control my weight?
Yes. Staying well hydrated supports your weight-control efforts. A healthy breakfast and regular glasses of water are among the best ways to regulate metabolism. Many people find getting up to have a glass of water when they are tempted to snack satisfies their cravings. Always ensure you are eating a well rounded diet, especially a healthy and substantial breakfast, and drink enough water, whether or not you are trying to lose weight.

What about seniors and moms with young kids?
Many older people have not developed the habit of drinking water regularly, and a more sedentary or restricted lifestyle can make proper hydration a challenge. Having a cooler/water dispenser with high quality water easily accessible for seniors can have a significant positive impact on their health. Pregnant woman and nursing mothers need to drink extra water because they're hydrating for two.

* Yankelovich Partners for the Nutrition Information Center at The New York Hospital - Cornell Medical Center and the International Bottled Water Association.