Sparkling water : The Pros and Cons

In many countries, especially in central Europe, most bottled water is usually carbonated drinks. The sparkling water containing dissolved carbonic acid, resulting in bubbles. This type of water is characterized by its slightly bitter taste and organoleptic properties are precisely so that this drink has characteristics that constitute one of the main reasons for their consumption.

Water also has other qualities gas due to carbonic acid as it stimulates the secretion of gastric juices and therefore facilitates digestion.

This is very beneficial for those with dyspepsia or heavy digestions. However, those who have problems or bloating aerophagia should avoid eating this type of water, and any other soft drink, as all these annoying symptoms worse, such as gas, gastrointestinal pain and bloating, among others .

It has spread the belief that water is a carbonated beverage with calories and therefore is not recommended for overweight people. The reality is that water, gas or no gas, does not provide any calories, so either type of water can safely drink if overweight or obese. Do not confuse the sparkling water with other beverages of similar appearance as the tonic or soda sweetened.

Very important
The body of an adult is formed by 60% water, so water for drinking, either with or without gas, is a prerequisite for life. The organism can survive several days without eating, however, survival is impossible without water after a few days.

Water is essential for the carrying out different physiological processes and to maintain body temperature, in addition to acting as transport of nutrients and eliminating waste through sweat, urine or feces. It is a component that is present in all tissues of the body and essential for the proper functioning of the circulatory system.

In general, we suggest that water consumption oscillates between six and eight glasses per day, equivalent to a liter and a half of liquid, taking into account that different situations in which the needs are greatest. In the warmer months it is important to increase water intake to maintain adequate hydration, especially in children and elderly, who are more sensitive to heat stress, as well as in athletes due to the amount of fluid lost during exercise through sweat.





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