There are many advantages to keeping a healthy body. We are less susceptible to catching diseases, and it can contribute to a longer lifespan. A simple way of keeping our bodies healthy is to make sure that we drink enough water or fluids every day. If you’re not a fan of water, there are simple things you can do to encourage yourself to drink more, like using personalized water bottles or setting a daily reminder.

Why drinking water is important

According to the Mayo Clinic, our bodies are around 50 to 70 percent water. Every day, we lose a lot of it in different ways, like when we urinate or sweat. Aside from replenishing the water that we constantly lose, drinking water is important because it helps sustain normal bodily functions. Drinking keeps our body parts healthy—our kidneys can work well, our joints are well lubricated, and our skins are supple and free of disorders.

Drinking the right amount of water

Knowing the right amount of water for daily consumption can vary depending on several factors. However, we can follow the recommendation for daily fluid intake as determined by the US National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, which is 3.7 liters for men and 2.7 liters for women. Keep in mind that fluids include water and other beverages, so if you sometimes sip on tea or fruit shakes from personalized water bottles, that’s accepted as well.

Tips to encourage daily water intake

Use a flask or portable bottle – There’s been a recent surge in sales of water bottles recently and for once, we’re encouraging others to jump on the bandwagon. Personalized water bottles are a great way to keep yourself hydrated because you can bring them with you at all times. It might seem trivial, but having a cute vessel for your beverages can also encourage others to drink more. Another bonus for personalized water bottles is they’re ideal for cold and warm drinks.

Add fruit or vegetable to your water – If you’re not a big fan of water because the taste is too plain, you can jazz it up a bit with some lemon, cucumber or strawberry slices to make it taste better. Personalized water bottles can come in handy because the mouth is wide enough to fit fruits and vegetables.

Set an alarm – If you’re super forgetful or lazy about drinking water, set reminders on your phone so you’ll remember that it’s time to hydrate.

When you should drink

When you feel thirsty – Feeling thirsty is your body’s way of telling you that you need water ASAP. Don’t ignore it.

After Intense activity – Bring personalized water bottles next time you go on a hike, exercise or play a sport so you can replenish the water you lost through sweating.

Dark/strong-smelling urine – One way to check if your body is well hydrated is if your pee is light in color and doesn’t have a strong odor. If it’s the opposite, drinking water is a good move.

It’s too hot – Prevent dehydration during warm weather by bringing personalized water bottles with you wherever you go.

Edward Bertrand