Healthy Lifestyle Tip #3: Drink More Water!

Water makes up about 70% of our bodies and every system of our bodies depends on water to function properly. Unfortunately, most of the population is walking around in a constant state of dehydration simply due to the fact that they are not drinking enough water.

There are many negative side effects of not drinking enough water including:

• Headaches and migraines
• Poor circulation of nutrients and oxygen throughout our system
• Fatigue
• Inability to remove waste and toxins from the body
• Water retention and bloating (counter-intuitive, but true)
• Constipation
• Poor regulation of body temperature
• Kidney stones
• Dry skin

Here are some reasons why you should drink more water:

• Increases your energy
• Flushes out waste through sweat and urination
• Moisturizes your skin for a smoother complexion
• Prevents injuries by keeping joints and muscles lubricated
• Aids in digestion
• Prevents headaches
• Promotes weight loss

The recommended amount of water per day varies per person but, in general, you should consume about 6-8 8 oz of water per day. If you workout a lot or are outside sweating a lot you should drink more water to replenish what you lost. If you eat lots of fruits and vegetables, which have a high water content, this also counts towards your daily allowance.

Drinking more water is one of the keys to maintaining a healthy lifestyle because it helps your whole body function properly and feel better. I personally always have a water bottle on hand and am drinking water throughout the day, especially since I work out a lot and sweat a lot. I also eat a lot of fruits and vegetables which help me stay hydrated as well. If you are committed to a healthy lifestyle then trade those sugary beverages for some good-ole refreshing water and your body will thank you for it!