You Are Not Sick You re Thirsty

The author, a physician trained in Iran (Your Body's Many Cries for Water),
not only believes that drinking water is healthy, but makes extravagant claims
for its curative powers. He recounts here how he first discovered the healing
abilities of water, when he was a political prisoner more than 20 years ago.
While incarcerated, he successfully treated with plain water the stress-induced
peptic ulcers that afflicted some of his fellow prisoners. According to
Batmanghelidj, most people rely on dry mouth to signal thirst and as a result
are seriously dehydrated. He posits that symptoms like fatigue, anxiety or
depression indicate dehydration, which may result in serious conditions such
as asthma, hypertension, brain damage, cancer, constipation, allergies and
obesity. In order to compensate for fluid lost through urination, respiration,
and perspiration, Batmanghelidj suggests drinking a minimum of two quarts of
plain water daily (not alcohol, caffeine beverages or juices). In order
to maintain good health, he also advises ingesting half a teaspoon of salt
to balance water intake. In addition, a diet consisting of 80% fruits and
vegetables and 20% protein should be followed along with an exercise program.
To back up his theories, the author presents a wealth of somewhat confusing
medical data as well as patient anecdotes that testify to water as a cure for
various diseases. Batmanghelidj does state, however, that those diagnosed with
specific conditions should not stop taking their medications abruptly, nor
should they embark on a water regime until they have consulted with their
physician. This controversial program will have the greatest appeal for devotees
of alternative medicine.

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