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Did
you know?
Reverse osmosis is the finest water filtration method known. This process will
allow the removal of particles as small as ions from a solution. It is used
to purify water and remove salts and other impurities in order to improve the
color, taste or properties of the fluid. R.O. uses a membrane that is semi-permeable,
allowing the fluid that is being purified to pass through it, while rejecting
other ions and contaminants from passing.
This technology uses a process
known as crossflow to allow the r.o. membrane to continually clean itself. This
is the reason of why an r.o. element can last many years before clogging or
need replacement. This
water purification process requires a driving force to push the fluid through
the membrane, and the most common force is household water pressure or pressure
from a booster pump. The higher the pressure, the larger the driving force and
efficiency.
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Water
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You Know?
Water can prevent and alleviate many of our symptoms
Water
and Diabetes
Have you
ever been dying of thirst and a coworker or friend said, "You know,
you may have diabetes?" Sounds like a stretch, but in reality, thirst
can be a signal of this disease that is taking America by storm.
So why is
thirst linked to diabetes? According to a 1995 CNN.com article, with diabetes,
excess blood sugar, or glucose, in your body draws water from your tissues,
making you feel dehydrated. To quench your thirst, you drink a lot of
water and other beverages and that leads to more frequent urination. If
you notice unexplained increases in your thirst and urination, see your
doctor. It may not necessarily mean you have diabetes. It could be something
else.
If you already
have diabetes, then you know that you already had to make some changes
to your diet. As mentioned above, drinking water in place of the sugary
options is crucial. One of the best warning signs that glucose levels
are high is thirst. And, water is the best way to quench that thirst,
and to break down those sugars. Also, to keep the body functioning normally,
water should be a constant. But, water can be lost through exercise and
normal exposure to high temps. With that, being hydrated will help prevent
fatigue and help physical performance.
Because water
has no calories, is low sodium and contains no fat or cholesterol, as
stated before is the best supplement for someone with diabetes. Plus,
it also have no caffeine, which is a dehydrator. Sugary juices and sodas
do contain water and could usually be counted as part of the "eight-glass-a-day"
rule, but these drinks must be avoided to prevent increased glucose levels.
When at home,
drinking safe tap water is fine, but when always on the go, a diabetic
should always carry bottled water. Bottled water does have its advantages,
as it is portable, and actually kind of you to think about drinking water
throughout the day. But, if your bottled water of choice is one of those
flavored waters with an artificial sweetener, it actually becomes a soft
drink, according to the American Diabetes Association. The ADA does approved
of flavored waters with the essence of fruit as great alternatives to
plain water.
So, does
a diabetic solely have to rely on water as a drink? While diet soft drinks
are considered safe for people with diabetes, one should talk to a dietitian
or doctor about the amount you should consume. While some here and there
could be okay, excess diet drinks can actually cause more thirst and they
can also become addictive, leaving the patient not wanted to consume their
water! When it comes to juice, a regular size glass of juice is made from
several pieces of fruit-- and the carbohydrate grams can add up quickly.
Plus, the fiber in juice is much less compared to the whole fruit and
the calories add up much quicker too. The same fruit taste could be added
by learning to dilute the juice with water and ice so you can get the
benefits of water with a fruiter taste.
So in conclusion,
pure water should be drank most often. Bottled water with artificial sweeteners
are not highly recommended, but bottled water in general is, as it promotes
consistent replenishing of fluids throughout the day. And, this water
should be a substitute to sugary drinks that are said to heighten glucose
levers-- as well as are linked to causing the diseases in the first place.
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