The human body is about 60% water. Chances are you’re not
drinking enough. Even mild dehydration can increase fatigue and lower
alertness and mood.
Here are some tips to help you stay hydrated.
- Drink a glass of water when you wake up and before each meal. End your day with a last glass 2 hours before bedtime.
- Set a goal and track your water consumption. There are several handy apps to help you meet your hydration goals.
- Experiment with water. Compare how you feel about drinking water with and without ice, refrigerated or room temperature. What could you add to water to jazz up the flavor? Consider pieces of vegetables (cucumber slices) or fruits (citrus slices or berries) or herbs and spices (sprigs of basil, slices of ginger root). Drink water the way you enjoy it the most.
- Eat your water! Chewing ice cubes isn’t really recommended. But many fruits and vegetables can contribute to your overall hydration. Watermelon isn’t the only fruit full of water; all melons and strawberries are good sources. Vegetables including cabbage, celery, cucumber, lettuce, spinach, and cooked squash are about 90% water. Cottage cheese, milk, and yogurt are dairy products high in water content.
For more information on getting more water into your
diet, please visit the poster set “Hydration for Health” on Healthinfo Island
for the month of August. You will find it here: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Healthinfo%20Island/50/28/28
