The human body is approximately 73% water. Water is necessary for transporting nutrients and wastes throughout the body. It cushions the cells, lubricates the joints, and maintains stable body temperatures and assists waste elimination. It also promotes functioning of the nervous system and muscles. Although the principal sources of water are beverages, water is also the predominant nutrient by weight in most foods. Some foods such as tomatoes, oranges, watermelon, and iceberg lettuce are particularly high in water. Others such as dried fruits, nuts, and seeds are lower. Water is also formed by the body when other nutrients are metabolized. The average adult should consume at least 8 to 10 glasses (64 fluid ounces or 2 liters) of water a day to ensure adequate intake. People who exercise should replace body water lost through sweat by drinking more. Acidulated Water a mildly acidic solution of water and lemon juice or vinegar used to prevent cut fruits and vegetables from darkening. Artesian-Well Water water obtained from an underground source; the water rises to the surface under pressure. Bottled Water any water, either still or sparkling, that is bottled and sold. Deionized Water water that has had the cations and anions removed by passing it over a bed of ion-exchange resins. Demineralized Water water that has had all the minerals and impurities removed by passing it over a bed of ion-exchange resins. Distilled Water water that has had all the minerals and impurities removed through distillation; it is generally used for pharmaceutical purposes. Drinking Water water that comes from a government-approved source and has undergone some treatment and filtration; it can be bottled or available on tap and is used for drinking and general culinary purposes. Fluoridated Water water, either naturally fluoridated or treated with a fluorine-containing compound, intended to promote healthy teeth by preventing tooth decay. Hard Water water with relatively high calcium and magnesium concentrations. Mineral Water drinking water that comes from a protected underground water source and contains at least 250 parts per mineral of total dissolved solids such as calcium. Natural Water bottled drinking water not derived from a municipal water supply; it can be mineral, spring, well or artesian-well water. Purified Water bottled water produced by distillation, reverse osmosis, deionization, or suitable processes that meet governmental standards. Seltzer Water a flavorless natural mineral water with carbonation, originally from the German town of Neider Selters. Soda Water a flavorless water with induced carbonation consumed plain or used as a mixer for alcoholic drinks or soda fountain confections; also known as club soda and seltzer. Soft Water water with a relatively high sodium concentration. Spring Water water obtained from an underground source that flows naturally to the earth's surface.     COPYRIGHT©2005 VICTORIA PACKING CORP. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED ( CTR-110505-WTR)