They say that beauty is only skin deep, but how can we ensure that our skin is in tip top shape from within?  By drinking adequate amounts of water, we can stave off dehydration and get our circulation pumping for bright, plumped and youthful skin.

We need water for virtually every function such as digestion, bloody circulation, regulating body temperature, and detoxification.  Our blood is made up of 83% water, our brain is 74% and our bones are 22%,  therefore it is no surprise that water is necessary for our survival, the function of our body system and vital to our health.  Most importantly with regards to beautiful sparkling skin, and dark eye circles, we have to combat dehydration.

Many conditions can be improved by drinking water.  Cracked lips and dry mouths only occur when you are extremely dehydrated, so by drinking 8 glasses a day of the magic elixir, many common ailments can be treated such as exhaustion, constipation, asthma, headaches, depression, as well as visual benefits fine wrinkles, dark circles and sallow skin.

WeightLoss
Another health benefit of water is in fat metabolism.  So by drinking water, you can kick start your fat-loss.  The kidneys need water to aid in the detoxification process.  If we don’t have enough water in our body, then the waste from our kidney is passed onto our liver, which then cant do its own job properly.  One of the livers main jobs is to assist fat metabolism, so if the kidneys are clean and functioning properly, then so can the liver.  Voila, water can help you lose weight!

How much water should we be drinking?
A simple way to check if you are drinking enough water is to check the colour of your urine.  If it is light and clear, then you are drinking enough water, however if it is dark in colour, and opaque, then you need to up your intake.  Try to gradually increase your intake to about 2 litres a day so your body gets used to it.  Try drinking little and often, rather than gulping down gallons at a time.

What else counts as your daily intake?
Coffee, tea, sodas and alcohol all contain toxins so are therefore not included in your quota.  In fact if you do drink a cup of coffee or wine, then you are advised to have a glass of water after to process the toxins.  In the real world that is unlikely to happen, but fresh fruit and vegetables do help in hydrating the body, so tuck in!

New Natural Mineral Water for Nails, Skin and Bones
Tap water in Hong Kong can be safely consumed, however there are many health benefits to natural mineral water than cant be obtained from the tap.  For a water that is strong in health and beauty benefits, try new Snowy Mountain from Australias premium spa and natural spring region.  Snowy Mountain is high in silica which  has been long been regarded as nature’s building block and is our answer to healthier, younger looking, more radiant skin, hair nails and bones.

It also contains a neutral PH, which is our own body’s natural balance and calcium and magnesium for strong bones and teeth, muscle re-generation. All these natural factors combined are responsible for a smooth, soft and silky taste.

John Milionis, Managing Director of Snowy Mountain said “We are very excited to finally bring Snowy Mountain Water to Hong Kong. Bottled water containing silica is very rarely found in most bottled waters, we believe that Hong Kong will be able to reap the health and beauty benefits fully. Being in such a hot climate, water helps regulate and maintain body temperature. Drinking enough water daily will help remove all the pollutants and toxins from your body and will keep your body going throughout the busy workday.”

So the million dollar answer for beautiful, youthful skin and a fast metabolism.  Drink Water. Gambei!!

Snowy Mountain is available in the following retailers in Hong Kong: Park N’ Shop, Park N’ Shop International, GREAT Food Hall, TASTE and Fusion by Park N’ Shop.  www.snowymountain.com.au