Healthy hydration supports almost every internal body function like temperature regulation, natural detoxification, and immunity. Here are 3 thirst-quenching tips for your regular hydration check!
Scratch the Eight-by-Eight Myth
A lot of us believe that we should be drinking eight glasses of water a day. But we are all different people with different needs, so it would be incorrect to assume that we all need to drink the same amount of water daily. Co-author of Quench and M.D., integrative medicine physician Dana Cohen tells that, there is no rule of thumb. It varies depending on one’s body type, environment, diet, and daily activity level. Generally, she recommends drinking half of the body weight in ounces a day.
Include a Green Smoothie
Going green is always a good option. According to Cohen, a fiber-rich green smoothie is more hydrating than drinking multiple glasses of water. For the ultimate blend, throw ½ an apple, ½ a cucumber, 2 tbsp of chia seeds, and juice of ½ lemon into a blender. Add 1 cup of greens of choice like spinach or kale. Then pour 2 to 3 cups of water. Now whir until all blends in smooth green goodness!
Chia Detox Water
Chia seeds may not be popular as hydrating foods, but these fiber-rich seeds are high in detoxification. When added Chia seeds, the H2O molecules react and layer upon one another, turning the water into a slimy gel consistency. You can add a dash of lime or lemon to it for taste. The fibers in it act like a sponge and can absorb up to 10-12 times their weight, maintaining the hydration much better. According to Cohen, this ‘structured’ form is originally the form of liquid found in nature and also in our body cells.