Monday Motivation - DRINK WATER

 

WATER. 

Water is essential for life for a bunch of reasons—it's pretty much the foundation of how living things function. Here's a breakdown of why it's so crucial:

  • Water makes up about 60% of the human body, and it's involved in nearly every bodily function.

  • It regulates temperature through sweating and respiration.

  • Helps in digestion and nutrient absorption.

  • Keeps tissues, joints, and organs cushioned and lubricated.

  • Supports waste removal via urine, sweat, and bowel movements.

  • Every single cell needs water to function properly.

  • Water helps transport oxygen and nutrients into cells and removes waste products.

  • It also plays a key role in hydrolysis reactions, which are crucial in breaking down food and generating energy.

  • Humans can survive weeks without food, but only a few days without water.

This is just a short list. Water is essential to our health. Most adults and children are not hydrating adequately or are substituting water with sugar drinks, sports drinks and soda. This is a health tip anyone can change from anywhere at anytime, drink more water. 

Things to note:
-you an work and work on nutrition but if you're not hydrating properly your body will not be successful in absorbing your food and nutrition intake. SO DRINK WATER 
-Drinking water first thing in the morning before coffee helps restart multiple body functions. It boosts metabolism, rehydrates after hours or rest, helps weight loss, ignites your immune system and lymphatic system to start, and more. SO DRINK WATER. 
-Types of water do matter, but it can be a discussion of access so do what is best for you. 

Podcast for your listening:
https://believebigpodcast.buzzsprout.com/1892370/episodes/14071468-64-jess-higgins-kelley-hydration-quenching-your-curiosity-on-the-impact-of-water

💧 How Much Water Per Day?

General Rule of Thumb

  • Women: about 2.7 liters (≈ 91 oz) total water per day 

  • Men: about 3.7 liters (≈ 125 oz) total water per day

This includes water from all sources—so not just plain water, but also tea, coffee, juice, fruits, soups, etc.

Simplified Rule

A common easy-to-remember version:

  • Eight 8-ounce glasses = 64 oz/day

  • It’s a decent goal, but many people actually need more—especially if you're:

    • Active

    • In hot or dry climates

    • Sick or recovering

    • Pregnant or breastfeeding


How to Tell If You’re Getting Enough Water

Your body actually will give you signs, so pay attention. 

1. Check Your Pee

Yep, your urine is a top hydration signal:

  • Light yellow or clear = you're hydrated ✅

2. You're Rarely Thirsty

If you're going about your day and not constantly craving water, that's a good sign.

3. You Feel Alert & Energetic

Dehydration = brain fog, fatigue, and crankiness. If you're feeling sharp and steady, hydration is likely on point.

4. Healthy Skin & Lips

Dry, flaky skin or chapped lips can be a hint you need more H2O.

5. Regular Bathroom Trips

Peeing every 2–4 hours (give or take) is usually a good range.

WHAT KIND OF WATER SHOULD I DRINK?


💧 1. Tap Water

  • Pros: Cheap, convenient, often enriched with fluoride (good for teeth).

  • 🚫 Cons: May contain trace contaminants (like chlorine, lead, or microplastics), depending on where you live.

  • 👉 Best for: Most people in developed areas, especially with a good filter.


💧 2. Filtered Water

(Using a Brita, PUR, fridge filter, or home filtration system)

  • Pros: Removes many impurities from tap water, improves taste.

  • 🚫 Cons: Filters need regular replacement to stay effective.

  • 👉 Best for: Everyday hydration without extra cost or waste.


💧 3. Bottled Water

  • Pros: Convenient, often tastes better due to purification or added minerals.

  • 🚫 Cons: Expensive, environmentally unfriendly, and quality varies by brand.

  • 👉 Best for: On-the-go or emergency stash—not as your main source.


💧 4. Spring Water

  • Pros: Naturally sourced from underground springs, often contains minerals.

  • 🚫 Cons: Quality depends on the source; still comes in plastic bottles usually.

  • 👉 Best for: People who want “natural” water with some minerals left in.


💧 5. Distilled Water

  • Pros: Super pure—steam-distilled to remove all minerals and impurities.

  • 🚫 Cons: No minerals = flat taste and not ideal for long-term drinking (can leach minerals from your body over time if it’s your only source).

  • 👉 Best for: Medical devices (like CPAPs), batteries, or short-term detox.


💧 6. Alkaline Water

  • Pros: Higher pH (usually 8–9); some believe it neutralizes acid in the body.

  • 🚫 Cons: Limited evidence for health claims; expensive.

  • 👉 Best for: People who have acid reflux or just like the taste—but not necessary for most.


💧 7. Mineral Water

  • Pros: Contains natural minerals (like calcium, magnesium); may have a crisp or “sparkly” feel.

  • 🚫 Cons: Pricey; some people don’t love the taste.

  • 👉 Best for: People who want a little mineral boost in their water.


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