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]]>The Meal Rule
If you don’t love the taste of water, the only way you’re going to drink it consistently is if you set a few rules for yourself—and those rules need to be structured by certain events. In this case, we’d highly recommend making these “events” breakfast, lunch, and dinner. This makes things easy to remember because you’re already eating something anyway.
Anyway, all you have to do is ensure that you drink three cups of water every time you sit down for any of these three meals. This will allow you to remember it every time, and make sure that you actually do it. As you get into a routine, it’ll become second nature.
It doesn’t matter what you’re eating, because your “rule” will remain unchanged and unwavering. Three cups per each meal. It’s not actually not that much when you think about it, and you’ll be surprised how easy it is to stick to!
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]]>It turns out that the best temperature to drink your water at actually depends on what you want the purpose to be! We’ve broken it down into different categories, so you can see which temperature is best for you.
Cold Water
Cold water is so refreshing and on a hot day, it’s probably all you want to drink. Drinking cold water is best for quick hydration, burning calories, lowering fevers, and after lighter workouts.
Room Temperature
Although it might not be your first choice over an ice water or cup of tea, room temperature water actually has a lot of benefits! Room-temperature water helps with digestion and it is great for recovery after a heavier workout like weightlifting.
Hot Water
There’s nothing better than hot tea after a long, stressful day, so it probably doesn’t come as a surprise that hot water is great for relaxing! Drinking hot water actually has a similar relaxing effect as taking a hot bath.
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]]>One popular hydration challenge involves drinking a gallon of water in a day. It’s important to remember that every person’s hydration needs are different, and for some people, a gallon per day is more than their bodies really need. Drinking too much water can lead to overhydration, which can cause symptoms such as nausea, headaches, and even seizures.
So, what is the proper way to hydrate? The best way to ensure you are properly hydrated is to take small sips of water throughout the day, whenever you feel thirsty. It’s also important to pay attention to your body’s signals, such as whether your lips are chapped and the color of your urine. If your pee is pale yellow, you’re most likely sufficiently hydrated. If it’s dark yellow, it’s time to drink more water.
Another way to stay hydrated is to eat foods with high water content, such as watermelon, cucumbers, and tomatoes. These fruits and veggies are not only delicious but are also great sources of hydration.
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]]>Ease Aches and Pains
Water really is a magical elixir. Ever have a headache from not drinking enough? Water can also act like a natural lubricant for your joints and help to flush out excess acid in your body that may be causing pain.
Boost Your Metabolism
Our metabolisms slow with age, but studies have found that drinking water can help. Not only does water have the ability to make you feel full and remove the by-products of fat cells, but it can increase your metabolism.
Increase Your Energy
Water boosts our number of red blood cells which send oxygen to the brain. More oxygen makes us feel more alert and energized for the rest of the day.
Clears Complexion
Drinking water is the first step to good skin. The hydration will make your skin appear more radiant while having water on an empty stomach will help retain the elasticity of your skin and prevent wrinkles.
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]]>You’ll Appreciate Water More
When you’re coming off the heels of a half-hour-long intense workout, you’ll be craving water like crazy. It’s just human nature to be drawn to such a natural and healthy drink (which our bodies are comprised mostly of), especially after a workout.
You’ll Start to Love the Taste More
The reason that many people have a hard time drinking a lot of water is that they simply don’t find the taste very interesting. They find it bland. However, the more you put yourself into a position where you crave water (like exercising), the more your body—which includes your taste buds—will connect to what makes it so darn tasty.
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]]>Not All Water Tastes The Same
Contrary to what many people believe, not all water tastes the same. Sure, the differences are usually quite subtle, but there are many factors to consider. Are you drinking it out of a Brita pitcher? Out of a bottle? What brand is it? Is it flavored? What temperature is the water when you drink it? Is there a lemon in there? What time of the day are you drinking it?
These are crucial questions that we ask because we’re convinced there’s a specific kind of water for everyone. The key for you is just to figure out what kind of water you like best—and not just that, but when and where you like drinking it best. When you figure that out, we promise you that you’ll be drinking a lot more water from here on out.
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]]>The Cleaning Analogy
When you have a dirty floor, what’s the first thing you use to clean it? Water. When you have dirty anything, for that matter, what’s generally the primary substance you use to clean that thing? Yes, the answer is water. Water is simply a means of cleaning things out, and this is certainly true when it comes to your body.
Instead of looking at water as this holy grail kind of drink that you NEED to be drinking at all times, change your perspective to that of a more logical one. Understand that your body probably isn’t the cleanest, and it probably wouldn’t hurt to “rinse it out” a tad. From that perspective, drinking some water doesn’t seem that crazy now, does it?
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]]>If you’re always trying to drink water at times where you normally drink something more “interesting”—you’ll constantly view water as a burden. The trick is to drink water at times when you’d normally be doing something completely different.
So instead of pressuring yourself to drink water while at a movie theater, when you’re in your “fun context”, drink it while you’re at work. Or while you’re on the bus. It’s usually those transition periods—the moments where you wouldn’t expect—where drinking water really shines. Before you know it, you’ll be drinking major amounts of water on the daily. And guess what, you’ll love it too.
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]]>Carry a Water Bottle
If you have a nice water bottle that is easy to drink from (for example, one with a straw so there’s no risk of a spill), keeping it with you at all times is a great way to get in the habit of drinking water. You may find that if you simply have it next to you during your workday, you’ll take sips whenever you need something to do with your hands.
Set Alarms
If you tend to get caught up in tasks or you simply aren’t in the habit of drinking water, you can set regular alarms on your phone as a reminder to drink water throughout the day. It’s important to set several throughout the day because hydration means drinking water regularly, rather than a whole bottle at night or in the morning.
Drink Tea
If the problem is that you don’t like the taste of water, try disguising it in other drinks. Tea or iced tea is almost entirely water but has its own flavors. It’s best not to use sweet drinks because sugar can dehydrate you and in general, isn’t good to drink in copious amounts.
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