- Water is a simple addition that can make a big difference for health.
- Mild dehydration (water loss equal to less than three percent of body’s weight) is associated with fatigue, lowered motivation, and gastrointestinal problems like constipation.
- Chronic mild dehydration might even contribute to a higher risk of developing urinary tract infections, high blood pressure, heart disease, and strokes.
- To remind yourself to guzzle a glass, tie it to another part of your routine—leave a water bottle by your bedside and take a few sips as soon as you wake up, make a cup of herbal tea for when you sit down at your desk, drink a glass whenever you brush your teeth.
- If drinking plain water feels like a chore, try adding in something more interesting like cucumbers, lemon juice, or flavored electrolytes.