DHAKA: Water not only cleans your body from inside out but also improves the texture of your skin and hair. Here are some reasons why you should consume enough water, reports The Times of India.

1. Avoids putting on too much weight

If you are one of those people who think that drinking more water causes your body to bloat, you're wrong. It only helps you eat lesser food by filling up your tummy. If you have a huge appetite and you're worried of putting on weight due to eating in larger quantities, water will help you out.

2. Cleans your body

Drinking water on an empty stomach, first thing in the morning, helps flush out any toxins in your colon. In a way, your colon is ready to take in all the good nutrients you plan to feed your body for the day.

3. Creates new cells

Your body makes new cells everyday and drinking water helps production of these new cells. This allows your muscles to grow and tone up faster after exercising.

4. Boosts metabolism

Along with benefiting you in several ways, water also boosts metabolism. Drink 2 cups of cold water in the morning and you are ready to go.

5. Cures headaches and infections

When you are ill, staying hydrated is a must. Water not only fights infections but helps you get better soon. Also, when your headaches are caused due to dehydration, water helps you get well soon. So whenever you're not feeling well, drink a glass or two of water before you start popping pills.

BDST: 2222 HRS, DEC 21, 2014