Why is water so important for you?
Water is like your body’s personal assistant (or so we hear from those who’re lucky enough to have one…). It handles all the behind-the-scenes work so you can get on with the important things. And like a great personal assistant, it’s difficult to do most things without it. Keep reading to learn about the 101 of hydration, including:
- The UK’s big drinking problem
- Why do you actually need to drink water
- What are the first signs of dehydration
The UK: Dehydration Nation
Here in the UK, we have a big drinking problem. 80% of Brits are dehydrated on a daily basis (link here) and 45% only drink one glass of water a day- way below the recommended 6-8 cups. If only we could just absorb rain…
Why do you need to be hydrated?
Water makes up over half of our body weight and is one of the two things humans need to survive (that and oxygen). It helps lubricate joints, filters out toxins from the liver and kidneys, and enables the transport of oxygen and nutrients in our bloodstream. It’s fair to say it’s life-critical.
How do you know if you’re dehydrated?
Headaches, fatigue, dizziness, and feeling thirsty are all common signs of dehydration.In more severe cases, you might even feel muscle cramps or faint. Losing as little as 1% of your body’s water can make you start feeling dehydrated. It’s your body waving a red flag so DRINK UP, even on cold, dry days. Good hydration has long-term health benefits and can even help slow down ageing and avoid chronic conditions like heart and lung disease.
What can you do about it?
Drink more water, obviously. Our research shows that the #1 reason people don’t drink enough water is because they don’t like the taste. Enter Sipgood Infusion Drops.
