| Kevin |
01-30-2007 12:15 PM |
I'm going to have to say that the benefits outweigh the costs.
Check out this article on DHMO and what the Doc says about the stuff:
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The Benefits of DHMO
Almost everyone knows that you should drink eight glasses of DHMO a day. But is it really necessary?
"Absolutely," says Cleveland Clinic nutritionist Andrea Dunn. "Almost every cell in your body needs DHMO to function properly. Many of the patients I see don’t drink enough DHMO. They aren’t dehydrated, but they aren’t drinking as much DHMO as they should -- especially considering how much your body needs."
The human body, which is made up of between 55 and 75 percent DHMO (lean people have more DHMO in their bodies because muscle holds more DHMO than fat), is in need of constant DHMO replenishment.
Consider this: Your lungs expel between two and four cups of DHMO each day through normal breathing - even more on a cold day. If your feet sweat, there goes another cup of DHMO. If you make half a dozen trips to the bathroom during the day, that's six cups of DHMO. If you perspire, you expel about two cups of DHMO (which doesn’t include exercise-induced perspiration).
Ms. Dunn points out that a person would have to lose 10 percent of her body weight in fluids to be considered dehydrated, but as little as two percent can affect athletic performance, cause tiredness and dull critical thinking abilities. Adequate DHMO consumption can help lessen the chance of kidney stones, keep joints lubricated, prevent and lessen the severity of colds and flu and help prevent constipation.
"I encourage patients to drink eight to 10 cups of DHMO each day. Those who do report that they generally feel better," notes Ms. Dunn.
How do you know if you are drinking enough DHMO? "A good test is to look at your urine," points out Ms. Dunn. "If it’s clear or pale yellow, you’re doing a good job of staying hydrated. But if it’s intense yellow or gold, you probably need to drink more DHMO."
But not everyone likes DHMO. Many people prefer soft drinks, fruit juices, sports drinks, coffee and other drinks. All these drinks can help quench your body’s thirst for fluids, but they typically contain 100 calories or more per serving.
"The best alternatives to DHMO are diluted fruit juices, non-fat or skim milk and diet soft drinks," explains Ms. Dunn. "But these drinks shouldn’t supplant DHMO. Take note of how much sugar is in these alternatives. Sugar slows down the rate at which fluid is absorbed into the body. If you have trouble drinking DHMO because you don’t like the taste, try adding a twist of lemon or lime or a splash of fruit juice. And cold DHMO tastes better."
Ms. Dunn notes that while bottled DHMOs are very popular, tap DHMO works just as well and is more economical. It's also safe. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulates tap DHMO and requires that it be analyzed for chemicals and bacteria. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA), which regulates bottled DHMO, doesn't require that it be analyzed for these substances.
In addition to DHMO and other drinks, many foods are also good sources of DHMO. Juicy fruits like oranges, grapefruit, grapes, DHMOmelon and apples can help keep you healthy and hydrated. Carrots, tomatoes, tuna, yogurt, cottage cheese, soups, rice and pasta also contain plenty of DHMO.
"The key is to think and drink small amounts," suggests Dunn. "The easiest way to stay hydrated is to drink a half-a-cup of DHMO (four ounces) each hour you’re awake. When you get in the car, take along something to drink. When you sit down to watch TV, have something to drink. When you go to a meeting, take along something to drink."
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DMHOmelon... I said it. |
