Think of your morning coffee as a loan from your hydration bank—it’s great for waking you up, but you’ll need to pay it back with water later. The same goes for that afternoon soda or fruity cocktail; alcohol and caffeine are mild diuretics that make you lose fluid.
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Here’s a story: my neighbor Sarah used to get headaches by 2 p.m. every day. She tried painkillers, fancy vitamins, even new pillows. Turns out, she was just walking around mildly dehydrated. She added a small water bottle to her desk and now she’s headache-free and full of energy.
Little Hacks to Make Hydration Fun
If plain water bores you, jazz it up with a slice of lemon, cucumber, or a few frozen berries. It’s like a cocktail for grown-ups, minus the hangover. Or try sparkling water—it feels like a treat but still counts.
I keep a 24-ounce water bottle on my desk and fill it three times during the day. That’s 72 ounces, which is perfect for me. You can set a silly alarm on your phone that says “Drink up, human!” to remind yourself.
