Kaya 959 Reporter
We can all agree that water is life, and drinking more of it this year is the right thing to do.
Your body which is made up of 70% water, and needs all the H2O it can get.
Harvard Health has encouraged many around the world to drink more water, not only to avoid dehydration but also for the following health benefits:
- flushing bacteria from your bladder
- aiding digestion
- preventing constipation
- normalizing blood pressure
- Protecting organs and tissues
- As well as regulating body temperature maintaining electrolyte (sodium) balance.
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These are some of the creative ways you can drink more water this year:
Carry a water bottle everyday
You’ve probably seen some of your health-conscious colleagues and friends do this already.
Carrying a water bottle everyday with markers will help you get all the water you need to keep you going.
A water bottle will also encourage this new habit, where you set daily goals, giving your body the water it needs.
Cut down on beverages that are not healthy
The key thing to remember is that the purer the water, the more effective it is for you.
Many fizzy drinks or alcohol may be refreshing but come with calories. They also come with too much sugar.
The best decision you can make this year is cutting down on any liquid that’s not good for you.
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Add watery foods to you diet
There are so many foods out there that have all the right water juices. Foods that are rich in watery components you need more of, in your diet.
According to Healthline.com, Fruits and vegetables with high water content are a brilliant replacements for water.
These include:
- Lettuce: 96% water
- Celery: 95% water
- Zucchini: 95% water
- Cabbage: 92% water
- Watermelon: 91% water
Set times of when a glass is essential
The quickest way to get into any habit is to set consistent subconscious markers that will allow the habit to happen organically.
You can start by drinking a glass of water at the following times.
- When you wake up
- Before a meal
- After a meal
- Whenever you walk into a kitchen
- When you wait for your order at a resturant
- Before you sleep.
Drinking water will make you feel good, especially if it becomes part of your lifestyle. The benefits are worth it.
