Water serves numerous roles in the human body, including lubrication of joints, temperature
maintenance, and excretion of waste products.
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On average, adults drink about 39 oz of water daily, and youths, 15 oz/d.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Water & Nutrition. https://www.cdc.gov/healthywater/drinking/nutrition/index.html. Accessed March 29, 2019.
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Along with its multifaceted functions, water may have a role in weight management
according to a systematic review.
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A study
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conducted with 15 individuals showed that water consumption before meals reduced
energy consumption without reducing the satiety level.To read this article in full you will need to make a payment
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References
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Water & Nutrition. https://www.cdc.gov/healthywater/drinking/nutrition/index.html. Accessed March 29, 2019.
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Accepted:
April 3,
2019
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