Water Makes The World Go Round
Did you know that 60% of the body is made of water?
Did you know that water takes the backseat to carbonated soda as the most popular beverage in the United States? đ„€
Itâs a scary statistic not only because the dangers of drinking sugary drinks on the body, but also because the body requires ample amounts of water to help balance all of the bodyâs fluids, digest food, transport nutrients from food to the rest of the body, and to regulate the bodyâs temperature.
So basically, water is your bodyâs superpower. đ
Here are some of the other benefits of keeping your body adequately hydrated:
Flushes Toxins Drinking enough water allows the body to release toxins through sweat and urination. Maintains Regularity Water is necessary for the digestion of food and to prevent constipation. Promotes Weight Loss Choosing water over a soda saves on the calories since water has zero! It also works to remove the by-products of fat, reduces hunger, and reduces eating intake when you start each meal by drinking a full glass of water. Increases Energy Your brain is over 70% water! Drinking water helps you with focus, concentration, and energy. đ§
Improves Complexion Water is the number one anti-aging treatment there is. It moisturizes your skin and keeps it soft and smooth. If that wasnât enough, it also decreases wrinkles!
So how much water should you be drinking?
The answer varies. Some suggest at least 8 (8 oz) glasses a day, and some suggest that the best way to determine how much is to take your body weight, divide it in half and drink half your weight in ounces.
Itâs a little different for everyone, but one way to increase your intake is to choose water over other beverage options.
Here are some ways to make sure you are adding more water to your daily routine:
1. Add Flavor Adding lemon, lime, mint, fresh berries, or cucumber slices to water is a good way to switch it up so that you can be sure to get the ounces in!
2. Bathroom Break Make a game of it, and have a glass of water whenever you take a bathroom break.
3. Drink Before You Eat Having a glass of water between every meal helps with hydration, and can help to curb your appetite.
4. Drink A Glass Right When You Wake Up
Having a glass of water right when you wake up helps to welcome your body into the new day. It also helps to further release toxins and get your body ready for breakfast. To take this benefit to the next level, enjoy a warm cup of water with some lemon upon awakening.
5. Use an App Use a water tracking app to keep track of how many glasses your drink.
6. Eat Water-Rich Foods Add water-packed foods to your diets, such as cucumber, celery, watermelon, and zucchini.
7. Carry A Bottle With You
When you keep a glass or stainless steel water bottle in your backpack, purse, and/or car - then you are set for success wherever you are. Find what works for you. Some people find a water bottle with a straw helps them to drink more water while working at the desk and others like to measure how many bottles they drink a day.
Have fun with it! Bottoms up!
Cheers to your health. đ§
