Australia health and dietary authorities recommend that we drink two litres of water. That’s only eight glasses per day but most of us don’t meet the suggested amount of fluid intake. If you come to think of it, the human body is made up of roughly 60 per cent water, and it’s vital to our survival.

The health benefits of water are amazing. In fact, if you will drink only water for 30 days, expect to experience health rewards that will blow you away.

1. You will boost your brainpower

The brain gets its oxygen from water to function optimally. According to Frontiers in Human Neuroscience Journal, if you will only drink water 30 days, your mental performance and acuity will improve immensely.

2. You will slow down ageing

Water is a magical anti-ageing elixir. It keeps your skin and cells hydrated. Hydration means less wrinkles, more muscle tone, and a more youthful appearance.

3. You will have faster metabolism

When your metabolism is in full gear, your body’s ability to burn fat increases. In fact, according to a report published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism, by drinking water only, you can increase your metabolic rate by 30 per cent.

4. Stronger immune system

Cell renewal is key to a stronger immune system. Water is vital to cell renewal, plus it also supports the optimal function of your liver and kidneys by getting rid of toxins in your blood.

5. It strengthens the heart

To maintain a healthy heart, drinking water is essential. Oxygenating this vital organ helps lower blood pressure and helps decrease your risk of heart attack by preventing blood thickening.

6. Develop stronger bones

Water serves as a natural lubricant for your joints and is a main ingredient in rebuilding cartilage, which helps your joints move smoothly, and it prevents joint damage in the process.

Are you drinking eight glasses of water a day?