According to research, a person can survive a maximum of four days without water and food but can go on water alone and without food for three weeks. Moreover, our bodies are composed of 50–75%water, which is why it is an important factor in our existence. Its role in maintaining almost all bodily functions includes regulating hormones too. Dr. Geeta Grewal, founder and CMD of 9 Muses Wellness Clinic, shares how water contributes to hormonal balance.
Water And Its Role in Maintaining Hormonal Balance
"Water plays an essential role in regulating hormonal balance as it benefits hormone transportation, detoxification, stress reduction, and metabolic stability," says Dr. Grewal.
This not only ensures your body's perfect functioning but "also keeps your skin healthy. Water intake allows you to have younger-looking skin as it flushes toxins and reduces constipation," she added.
When you are dehydrated, it "can affect the production of several hormones, including antidiuretic hormone (ADH), cortisol levels, aldosterone, and insulin. Its other benefits include controlling body temperature, i.e., necessary for hormone production and release from glands above kidneys," Dr. Grewal points out.
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4 Ways In Which Water Contributes To Hormonal Balance
Dr. Grewal states the following four ways in which water contributes to balancing the hormonal levels in your body:
Hormone Production and Transportation
The synthesis and transmission of hormones across your body are done through the bloodstream, which is made up of water. Sufficient water is thus necessary for efficient and effective circulation of blood, allowing the hormones to reach their assigned tissues and organs as and when required. Dehydration causes a concentration of blood that can potentially disrupt the process and affect functionality.
Process of Detoxification
Being a vital nutrient, water assists in getting rid of toxins and metabolic waste. Proper hydration can help you effectively detoxify yourself, reducing the chances of toxin growth that may interrupt hormonal equilibrium.
Endocrine Health in Women
The endocrine system in women is responsible for hormone production, which depends upon adequate water intake. At times of dehydration, hormonal equilibrium can be disrupted, significantly impacting your menstrual cycles, fertility, and overall endocrine health.
Blood Sugar Levels
Blood sugar directly impacts insulin and, at times of dehydration, insulin either spikes or drops. Thus, you must ensure to keep your blood sugar levels consistent for overall hormonal stability.
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