Water is the basis of your best diet plan. Our bodies are more than two thirds water, and a mere 2% drop can leave you dangerously close to dehydration. Increase in drinking water can help clear our your urinary tract, cut colon and bladder cancer both by nearly 50% and regulate metabolism among many other health benefits.
Most of us are not getting in our recommended 8 glasses a day, though it is possible to start up on a water drinking plan that is right for you.
Consider setting several alarms throughout the day or learn to associate your daily routine with a cold glass of water. Pack a full water bottle next to your bed, in your car and at your desk at work.
And while meeting your recommended 8 glasses a day might be a stretch for starters, beginning at any level will be beneficial. Keep in mind signs of moderate dehydration:
- Dry, sticky mouth
- Sleepiness or tiredness - children are likely to be less active than usual
- Thirst
- Decreased urine output - fewer than six wet diapers a day for infants and eight hours or more without urination for older children and teens
- Few or no tears when crying
- Muscle weakness
- Headache
- Dizziness or lightheadedness
