...glasses of water that is. Eight glasses of water a day roughly equates to the 2 litres recommended daily intake for adults. And fruit juice, most fizzy drinks, caffeine and alcohol don't count!
So why the sudden focus on hydration? I have just started a nutritionist course so look out for healthy hints and tips appearing on this blog from time to time. Properly fueling our bodies with the nutrients it needs will leave us healthy not just on the inside but glowing skin and shiny hair are high on my list of beauty must-haves!
Did you know that losing just 2% of your body weight can cause dehydration symptoms such as poor concentration, fatigue, headaches, inefficient kidney function and a deterioration of muscle function? And that losing from as little as 5% of your bodyweight in water can be fatal! Yikes!
When you first increase your water intake you should expect a few more trips to the ladies room but within a few weeks your body will regulate and you will notice that this returns to normal. On the upside, the benefits in sporting performance and concentration will be noticed almost immediately!
So get filling those water bottles ladies and make the most of the fact that most offices now provide chilled water coolers and machines free of charge. Keep a 2 litre bottle at your desk and refill it every day - like all nutrients, your body needs a steady flow of water throughout the day.
Start now and by Christmas everyone will be wondering how we look so darn glowy and amazing!
Drink up!
Bisous xx
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