NCP Blog: Stay Hydrated With Water

Are you drinking enough water? It’s important to stay hydrated all the time, but especially in the summer when it’s hot outside! I’m always trying to get my family members to drink more water, and sometimes it can be a challenge.

 

Why is it so important to drink water? According to the American Heart Association, your heart pumps blood throughout the body more easily if it’s well-hydrated. Water also helps your muscles work more efficiently. You can start to feel dizzy, get a headache, or feel more tired when your body is dehydrated. Not having enough water in your body can also lead to serious illnesses like heatstroke.

 

You’ve probably heard some variation of “drink eight glasses of water every day.” Everyone is different and the amount of hydration you need depends on a lot of factors, such as your activity level, your environment, and your overall health.

 

According to the U.S. National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, a good rule of thumb for an adequate fluid intake is 15.5 cups daily for men and 11.5 cups daily for women.

How to Drink More Water

 

We all know we need to drink water, but sometimes it’s really hard! Maybe you like more variety in your beverages and you get bored with plain old water. Or maybe your lifestyle or job makes it more challenging to drink enough water during the day.

 

I recently cut back on my soda in an effort to drink more water, and here are some things that have helped me:

 

1. Know your habits. For example, I drink more water throughout the day if I have a straw, instead of drinking from a cup or a chug-style bottle. You might prefer something else, but the key is to know your own habits and what works best for you.

 

 

 

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