TY - JOUR
T1 - Water physiology
T2 - Essentiality, metabolism, and health implications
AU - Kavouras, Stavros A.
AU - Anastasiou, Costas A.
PY - 2010/11
Y1 - 2010/11
N2 - Water is the most abundant molecule in the human body that undergoes continuous recycling. Numerous functions have been recognized for body water, including its function as a solvent, as a means to remove metabolic heat, and as a regulator of cell volume and overall function. Tight control mechanisms have evolved for precise control of fluid balance, indicative of its biological importance. However, water is frequently overlooked as a nutrient. This article reviews the basic elements of water physiology in relation to health, placing emphasis on the assessment of water requirements and fluid balance. Current recommendations are also discussed.
AB - Water is the most abundant molecule in the human body that undergoes continuous recycling. Numerous functions have been recognized for body water, including its function as a solvent, as a means to remove metabolic heat, and as a regulator of cell volume and overall function. Tight control mechanisms have evolved for precise control of fluid balance, indicative of its biological importance. However, water is frequently overlooked as a nutrient. This article reviews the basic elements of water physiology in relation to health, placing emphasis on the assessment of water requirements and fluid balance. Current recommendations are also discussed.
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U2 - 10.1097/NT.0b013e3181fe1713
DO - 10.1097/NT.0b013e3181fe1713
M3 - Article
AN - SCOPUS:78650139107
SN - 0029-666X
VL - 45
SP - S27-S32
JO - Nutrition Today
JF - Nutrition Today
IS - 6 SUPPL.
ER -