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Drink Water
Water drinking tips
Set Reminders
Set Reminders
Use your phone
: Set hourly reminders on your phone or through a hydration app to prompt you to drink water.
Smart water bottles
: There are water bottles that sync with an app and remind you to drink at intervals throughout the day.
more Water drinking tips
Drink Water Before Alcohol or Caffeine
Alternate with water: If you’re having coffee, tea, or alcohol, try to alternate each drink with a glass of water. This not only helps with hydration but can also help prevent dehydration and offse...
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Start with Small Goals
Set small, achievable goals: If you’re not used to drinking a lot of water, start with a goal of adding one more glass a day and gradually increase it over time. This can prevent feeling overwhelme...
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Focus on Temperature Preferences
Drink at your preferred temperature: Some people drink more water if it’s ice-cold, while others prefer it room temperature. Find what works best for you to make drinking water more enjoyable.
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Try Water-Rich Foods
Eat hydrating foods: Foods like watermelon, cucumbers, oranges, and strawberries have high water content and can contribute to your daily hydration needs. Keep them handy as snacks to help boost yo...
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Drink Sparkling Water
Add some fizz: If you find plain water too flat, sparkling or carbonated water might be more appealing. You can even mix it with a splash of fruit juice for extra flavor, or drink it on its own wit...
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Drink Water Before You Feel Thirsty
Thirst is a late indicator: By the time you feel thirsty, your body may already be slightly dehydrated. Try to drink water regularly throughout the day, even if you’re not thirsty.
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Drink Water During Physical Activity
Hydrate before, during, and after exercise: Bring water with you to the gym or when going for a run, and drink water regularly as you exercise. Post-workout: It’s especially important to rehyd...
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Make it Fun
Try flavored ice cubes: Freeze fruit slices or herbs into ice cubes and add them to your water. It’s a fun way to mix things up and add flavor without extra calories. Use a fun water bottle: G...
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Drink Water with Every Snack
Combine hydration with meals and snacks: Whenever you eat or snack, drink a glass of water. This creates a consistent pattern and helps you stay hydrated even when you’re not focusing on it.
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Make it a Habit
Create a routine: Drinking water can become second nature if you integrate it into your daily routine. For example, you could have a glass right after brushing your teeth in the morning, or keep ...
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