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It's Tony here from the Aikido Health Centre with your Harmony Ezine packed with unique tips and insights on aikido, health and well-being.

In this issue is Pure Water for Health - details below. Next month we turn the spotlight on Organic Nutrition... stay tuned!

Pure Water
For Health

Your body consists of about 75% water, so it is vital for good health. It transports nutrients and oxygen around your body, builds tissue and turns food into energy. It also collects waste material that is removed through your kidneys, bladder and skin.

Every living cell requires water, air and nutrients. Your water should be pure, and free from pollutants and chemicals, so that more toxins can be removed from your body.

Studies suggest we should drink about two litres daily through drinks and food. We should also increase our intake when we use more energy through mental and physical activities etc.

The problem with more common drinks...

Tea, coffee, alcohol, and sugary drinks cause dehydration that lead to tiredness, poor circulation, slow metabolism, high blood pressure, headaches, dizziness, aching joints, dry skin, poor immunity, stress, and weight gain.

So What Should You Do?

Drink tap water and hope your government will protect you. Drink bottled water which is fairly expensive, and may not be purer than tap water. Or buy a home water purification system.

Water Filters - remove some contaminants, usually through an activated charcoal filter, that must be replaced regularly. They do not remove nitrates, inorganic ions or bacteria.

Reverse Osmosis Units - separate water from minerals and chemicals using a semi-permeable membrane.

Water Distillers - simulates the natural cycle by boiling water to kill bacteria. As the water is vaporized, chemicals and minerals are left behind. The steam is condensed in a sterile condensation chamber.

Considered to be the most effective method of water purification, producing virtually pure water. But make sure you are getting plenty of minerals, which helps you absorb other nutrients like protein, vitamins, fibre etc.

For More Info visit... Pure Water

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That's it, next month we discuss the benefits of organic food... stay tuned!