American Researchers Discover That Drinking Enough Water Can Slow Aging and Extend a Disease-Free Life.
It is an undeniable fact that drinking water is beneficial for our health. In addition to contributing to metabolic processes, it also plays an important role in keeping our skin hydrated. According to a new study from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in the United States, drinking water is linked to helping extend a disease-free life for individuals.
Drinking water is linked to helping extend a disease-free life.
According to a press release, researchers examined the relationship between various health indicators and serum sodium levels, which change when fluid intake decreases. The study included health information from 11,255 participants over a span of 30 years.
The researchers found that compared to adults with serum sodium levels in the normal range, those with higher levels were more likely to develop chronic diseases and exhibit higher biological aging symptoms. Additionally, adults with elevated serum sodium levels faced a higher risk of early mortality.
Dr. Natalia Dmitrieva, the lead author of the study, is also a researcher at the Cardiovascular Regenerative Medicine Laboratory at the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI), part of the NIH. She stated that the findings suggest that providing the body with adequate water can slow down the aging process and extend a disease-free life.
This research builds on previous work published in March 2022, which found a correlation between serum sodium levels and heart failure risk.
The researchers assessed serum sodium levels in relation to biological aging, evaluated through 15 health indicators. They discovered that individuals with normal serum sodium levels above 135 to 146 (mEq/L) were more likely to show biological aging signs at a faster rate.
Dr. Dmitrieva pointed out that most people can increase their fluid intake to the recommended levels without facing risks. This can be achieved not only with water but also with other fluids such as juices, and by consuming water-rich vegetables and fruits.
The study was published in eBioMedicine on January 2.
