As a college student it is easy to live off of the caffeine from energy drinks and coffee, but believe it or not your body can't live off of caffeine alone. Water is necessary for every cell in our body to function, so how can we expect our brain cells to work when we aren't giving them what they need.
It's easy to have a glass of water when you are thirsty but by then you are already dehydrated. Dehydration symptoms are easy to miss, keep in mind:
As a rule of thumb you should consume half your body weight in ounces of water a day and if you are actively exercising you need even more water!
Try increasing your water intake and see your energy levels rise, sleep improve, headaches decrease, clearer skin and your body functioning better.
3 simple and cheap tips to drink more water:
It's easy to have a glass of water when you are thirsty but by then you are already dehydrated. Dehydration symptoms are easy to miss, keep in mind:
- headaches
- muscle weakness
- muscle spasms/cramps
- lethargy
- dizziness
- dry mouth
- urine output & color
As a rule of thumb you should consume half your body weight in ounces of water a day and if you are actively exercising you need even more water!
Try increasing your water intake and see your energy levels rise, sleep improve, headaches decrease, clearer skin and your body functioning better.
3 simple and cheap tips to drink more water:
- Carry a reusable water bottle and hit up the hydration stations
- Order water with your meals instead of soft drinks
- Mix up you water flavor with fruits, vegetables and herbs