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Written by Navneet Kaur, M.Sc. Nutrition & Dietetics
Diet
We all know that drinking enough water is important. But did you know you could be making some common hydration mistakes that stop you from getting the full benefits of water?
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If you wait until you’re thirsty, your body is already a bit dehydrated, so don’t wait, drink small amounts of water often to stay properly hydrated all day.
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Drinking a big glass of water at once won’t help your body absorb it well and can make you feel bloated, so drink water little by little during the day.
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Other drinks like herbal tea, coconut water, and fruits like watermelon help you stay hydrated too, so use them in your hydration tips.
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When you exercise and sweat, you lose salt and potassium, so drinking only water can cause dehydration symptoms like tiredness or dizziness. Use electrolyte drinks to stay balanced.
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Drinking a lot of water before sleep can make you wake up to go to the bathroom, so it’s better to drink enough during the day for good hydration benefits and better sleep.
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When it’s very hot or cold, your body needs more water, and if you don’t drink enough water, you can get dehydrated without knowing it, so always increase your daily water intake when needed.
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Sodas and sweet drinks don’t help you stay hydrated and can make you feel more thirsty later, so drink water, coconut water, or herbal tea for healthy hydration.
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If you feel tired, your skin feels dry, or you get headaches, your body is telling you it needs water, so don’t ignore these dehydration symptoms and drink regularly.
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Drinking water the right way means drinking little by little all day, adding fruits and healthy drinks, using electrolytes when you sweat, and avoiding sugary drinks, as this helps you stay healthy, have more energy, and get glowing skin.
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