"I hate the taste."
"then I'm going to the bathroom every 5 minutes."
"buying bottled water gets so expensive."
"I just prefer [juice, coffee, tea, pop]."
"I heard you can get water-drunk if you drink too much!"
It seems like getting your full water intake, seems to be a struggle for a lot of people. It's one of those things that can quickly be forgotten about, or replaced by a "more important" health goal. But drinking water should be one of our most important health goals.
- Water helps flush your system of the by product of fat breakdown and other toxins in the body
- water helps replenish skin and tissue and increases skins elasticity
- water keeps your muscles and joints well lubricated so you are less likely to hurt yourself
- your brain is made up of so much water, it's no wonder that drinking more water can help you become more alert
- water helps with your metabolism and aids in digestion
- Mark your water bottle with times you need to have a certain amount drank by
- download an app that makes water sounds throughout the day to remind you to drink, or set an alarm on your phone
- Fill a jug with just the right amount of water for you to keep in the fridge or on the counter
- Find a water bottle/jug with a straw - lots of people say they drink more out of a straw.
- Drink water at room temperature - it's easier to down it.
- Flavor your water - infuse with fresh fruit or mint
- Make a tally of each glass of water you drink where you can see it and it reminds you to keep drinking.
- Make yourself drink water before you do something, ie, I have to drink my full water bottle before I get my morning coffee
- Always carry your water bottle with you, if you've got it, you'll probably drink it.
- Drink a full glass of water before every meal and snack.
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