Water is the backbone of your daily intake. It’s like the plain white t-shirt of beverages—never exciting, but always dependable. Start your day with a glass before coffee, and keep a reusable bottle on your desk.
Pro tip: If you get bored, toss in some lemon, cucumber, or a handful of berries. Suddenly, plain water feels like a fancy spa drink. You deserve the spa vibe.
Coffee and Tea: The Caffeinated Hug
Here’s the good news: coffee and tea count toward your daily fluid intake. Yes, really. The old myth that they dehydrate you is mostly busted—unless you’re drinking a gallon of pure espresso (please don’t).
One to three cups of coffee a day is fine for most people. Just watch what you add. If your “coffee” is more milk, sugar, and caramel syrup than actual coffee, you’re drinking a dessert. And that’s a different story.
