IMPORTANCE OF DRINKING WATER

No matter where you look today you will invariably encounter someone carrying bottled
water. Water has become the earmark of a healthy lifestyle – offering hydration and
purification. It’s no wonder so many of us have heeded the advice of the experts and
significantly upped our water intake. Drinking water for health makes sense when you
understand the role that water plays in the human body.
Over half of the human body is made up of water; for this reason, drinking water for
health is absolutely crucial in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Experts have long
recommended the drinking of at least sixty-four ounces of water a day in order for our
systems to function at optimum levels. Water allows our body to effectively absorb the
nutrients that we need from food and systematically flushes our kidneys of waste. In
fact, all of our internal organs operate at higher capacity when we are well hydrated.
When we are drinking water for health our blood thins as it should; when we are
dehydrated, blood becomes thicker making our bodies work harder to pump it; this
makes the overall functions of the body slow and inefficient.
A part of drinking water for health is to allow our body to effectively digest our food;
without water our body cannot effectively eliminate waste. Water has an enormous
effect on weight loss as well, speeding our metabolism and acting as a natural appetite
suppressant. Drinking water for health throughout our lifetime means, in many cases,
the long term successful maintenance of a healthy weight.
Drinking water for health also means an outward glow and youthful appearance.
Experts relate a clear complexion to the adequate intake of water that flushes toxins
from our bodies.
The evidence is clear; in order to keep our bodies functioning at an optimum level
drinking water for health is vitally important. Keep water with you at all times and drink
throughout the day. You will find that your overall health – and appearance – is
improved.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Michelle_Bery

National Water Resources Board

From WikiPilipinas: The Hip 'n Free Philippine Encyclopedia

Chairman: Angelo T. Reyes

Website: http://www.nwrb.gov.ph/

The Philippines' National Water Resources Board (Filipino: Pambansang Lupon sa

Kayamanang Tubig), abbreviated as NWRB, is an agency of the Philippine government
under the Department of Environment and Natural Resources responsible for ensuring
the optimum exploitation, utilization, development, conservation and protection of the
country's water resource, consistent with the principles of Integrated Water Resource
Management.
History

The predecessor of the NWRB is the National Water Resources Council (“NWRC”),
which was created in 1974 under Presidential Decree No. 424, otherwise known as the
“Integrated Reorganization Plan”. It was subsequently renamed as NWRB pursuant to
Executive Order No. 124-A. Under the said decree, the NWRB is tasked among others,
to:

 Coordinate and integrate water resource development activities of the country;

 Formulate general criteria, methods and standards for data collection, project
investigation, formulation, planning design and feasibility evaluation, and rules
and regulations for the exploitation and optimum utilization of water resources;
 Review and approve water resource development plans and programs of other
agencies;
 Undertake river basin surveys, inventories and appraisals, and develop
comprehensive basin-wide plans of storage and control to maximize the
conservation and multi-purpose use of water;
 Undertake hydrologic surveys and establish, operate and maintain observation
station networks and centralized water resources data center;
 Conduct and/or promote special studies and researches with other government
or agencies on related aspects of water resources development.

The NWRB is also tasked to advise the National Economic and Development Authority
(“NEDA”) on matters pertaining to water resources development projects and programs;
and recommend general policies and guidelines and short/long range plans and
programs for water resources development.

In 1976, Presidential Decree No. 1067, otherwise known as the “Water Code of the
Philippines” was enacted. Based on the principles that: (a) “all water belongs to the
State;” and (b) the State may allow the use or development of its waters by
administrative concession,” the NWRB was instituted as a “water resource regulator”
tasked to regulate and control the utilization, exploitation, development, conservation
and protection of all water resources.

The specific functions of the NWRB, as a "Water Resource Regulator", include among
others, (a) the issuance water permits for the appropriation, and use of waters; and (b)
adjudication of disputes relating to the appropriation, utilization, exploitation,
development, control and conservation, protection of waters.

In 1977, the Board of Power and Waterworks (BPW) was abolished pursuant to
Presidential Decree No. 1206. The function of the BPW that were inherited from the
Public Service Commission as regards waterworks systems, were later transferred to
the NWRB, instituting the NWRB as an “economic regulator” of waterworks systems.

In 2002, the approval of tariffs for water districts was transferred to the NWRB from the
Local Water Utilities Administration (LWUA), pursuant to Executive Order No. 123. In
the same executive order, the membership of the NWRB Board was changed to its
present composition.

Laboratory sandBox

Distilled/Purified Water vs. Mineral Water

by JC John Sese Cuneta on Feb.07, 2009,under General

We all heard debates about which type of water is better for our body and our health
overall - Distilled/Purified Water or Mineral Water?
But what is the concensus? Nothing really. Even experts are divided when it comes to
this subject. I personally know Doctors who will recommend Distilled/Purified Water, and
those who recommends Mineral Water. Both Doctors will even provide Scientific papers
to support their beliefs.
However, the Scientific community did not release any official standing on this matter.
We can only assume two things, [1] there are no complete and well organized studies
conducted to finally put an end to this debate; and/or [2] they do not want to kill
companies in the process (which will become Political afterwards).
So, we the public are left to our own. What now? Well, here are some notes or snippets
I collected from the Internet.
Follow up:
Is distilled or Purified water enough? Distilled/Purified is water that has virtually all of its
impurities as well as minerals and electrolytes stripped through distillation (boiling the
water and re-condensing the steam into clean a container), leaving all contaminants
behind. Distilled/Purified water is good clean water, unfortunately all the minerals and
electrolytes are also all stripped out. Distilled/Purified water tends to be slightly acidic
moving your body to a less healthy state. contributing your body to a condition prime for
viruses, bacteria, and other menaces.
Dr. John Sorenson, a leading authority on minerals metabolism, said, “Minerals in drinking water are more easily and
better absorbed than minerals from food.” Creating “healthy water” means removing harmful agents but keeping the
beneficial minerals. Mineralize water is needed for all cellular functions and if there are no minerals in drinking water
your body will strip the minerals from somewhere else in your body to satisfy its need. While mineral water has many
great benefits, not all mineral water are alike or has the same benefits. It’s wise to consider before purchasing
mineral water is the content of what minerals are available in the drink and it absorbability.

Source: Distilled Water - Purified Water VS Mineral Water.

Now as to the argument that distilled water leaches out minerals. This is true, and this is
exactly what we want it to do. The minerals it leaches out are of the unusable, ionic
form and we want these to leave the body rather than be deposited and cause disease.
Distilled water does not leach out significant amounts of biologically available minerals
because these are quickly taken up by the body on an as needed basis. If they are
present in excess then they are filtered through the kidneys and this is exactly what
needs to happen with all things which are in excess in the circulation. Distilled water
cleanses the body through promoting healthy kidney function.
Finally, if mineral water is not a good source of biologically available minerals, then
what is? Think about it. Minerals are present in the ground and must be biologically
bound in order to be used by the body. Where would that come from? Plants, or course!
Your mineral source should be plants not water. The purpose of water is to cleanse the
body. To do the best job of that, it must be free of everything else. Only distilled water
fits that bill.
~ Dr. Ron Kennedy, M.D., Santa Rosa, CA

Source: The Doctors’ Medical Library.

3. Mineral waters. Again, water is water and most bottled varieties will rehydrate the
body effectively. Mineral water can come from a natural well or spring, but must contain
a specified amount of trace minerals. These minerals, such as calcium and magnesium,
are essential for good health. There is no difference between sparkling and non-
sparkling mineral waters except for the concentration of carbon dioxide. Both varieties
contain a higher concentration of minerals than either spring or well water. Because the
water must meet specific requirements, the number of water sources that qualify is very
limited. Most of the popular varieties of mineral waters are bottled in Europe and
imported to the United States. This means that bottled mineral water is going to be
more expensive than other types, but the benefits of the added minerals are
measurable. Mineral water may be more of a treat than a daily refreshment, but it does
offer some health benefits. Some may find the taste to be harsher than traditional water,
but many bottlers offer flavored varieties that may be more palatable.
4. Distilled water. Distillation is a process by which water is boiled until vapor is
produced. This vapor is collected and cooled until it returns to a liquid state. Because
minerals are too heavy to be carried by the vapor, the resulting water is completely free
of additives. A desalination plant is a perfect example of distillation- salt water is boiled,
the vapor is cooled and collected, and the salt and minerals are left behind. However,
distilled water is also very unpalatable in its natural state. Desalination plants must also
add some minerals in order to make the water usable for general consumers.
Distilled water is perfect for applications where minerals and contaminants would cause problems. Distilled water can
be used in irons for steam settings or as coolant for car engines. Because there are no minerals that can stain or
build up, distilled water is mostly recommended for use in machinery and cleaning products. It is not particular good
to drink distilled water, because it has a tendency to pull minerals out of the bloodstream and other areas. Distilled
water is perhaps the cleanest version of bottled water available, but it is not good for human consumption.

Source: eSSORTMENT.

Fasting using distilled water can be dangerous because of the rapid loss of electrolytes
(sodium, potassium, chloride) and trace minerals like magnesium, deficiencies of which
can cause heart beat irregularities and high blood pressure. Cooking foods in distilled
water pulls the minerals out of them and lowers their nutrient value.
Distilled water is an active absorber and when it comes into contact with air, it absorbs
carbon dioxide, making it acidic. The more distilled water a person drinks, the higher the
body acidity becomes.
According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, “Distilled water, being
essentially mineral-free, is very aggressive, in that it tends to dissolve substances with
which it is in contact. Notably, carbon dioxide from the air is rapidly absorbed, making
the water acidic and even more aggressive. Many metals are dissolved by distilled
water.”
The most toxic commercial beverages that people consume (i.e. cola beverages and
other soft drinks) are made from distilled water. Studies have consistently shown that
heavy consumers of soft drinks (with or without sugar) spill huge amounts of calcium,
magnesium and other trace minerals into the urine.
The more mineral loss, the greater the risk for osteoporosis, osteoarthritis, hypothyroidism, coronary artery disease,
high blood pressure and a long list of degenerative diseases generally associated with premature aging.

Source: Early Death Comes From Drinking Distilled Water.

Confusing? Yes. Maybe we should ask another question, what is the alternative?

Here’s a quote:
The choice to be made is simply which product produces the healthiest water and represents the best value. Quality
home water filtration can offer significantly purer water than tap or bottled water.

The source of the quote above even have this to say:

From a non-scientific perspective‚ the simple fact that nowhere on this planet do we find
naturally occurring de-mineralized water‚ should tell us that we were not meant to have
it. In nature all fresh water contains traces of natural minerals like calcium‚ magnesium
and potassium‚ which is what our body was designed to run on and what the Aquasana
system produces.
On a more scientific level‚ there are several very credible research reports and books
that stress the more recent opinion that long term consumption of de-mineralized water
can in fact be dangerous. Dr. Zolton Rona‚ author of The Joy of Health‚ states that “the
longer one consumes distilled water‚ the more likely the development of mineral
deficiencies and an acid state.” Dr. Paavo Airola‚ cancer expert and author of “How to
Get Well” and “Cancer… Causes‚ Prevention and Healing” also reports that “long term
consumption of distilled water eventually results in multiple mineral deficiencies.”
Two very negative things happen when we consume water that has been stripped of its natural minerals.
First‚ because de-mineralized water contains more hydrogen it is an acid with a pH below seven. Any time we
consume an acid substance our body will pull minerals from our teeth and bones to produce bicarbonate in order to
neutralize the acid. Second‚ it has been proven that when our body fluids become more acid than alkaline the
production of free radicals increases‚ causing increased cancer risks. Many studies suggest that cancer cells can
only grow in an acid environment. This theory seems to be supported by the fact that around the world the areas
where people live the longest most disease free lives are the areas that have the most alkaline water‚ water with the
highest mineral content.

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