Water is everything. Without it, our bodies would fail. Hydration is necessary for our cells, joints, digestive system, blood flow, and many more bodily functions. According to the Mayo Clinic, it is recommended for men to drink 3.7 liters, or 15.5 cups per day, and it is recommended for women to drink 2.7 liters, or 11.5 cups per day. Dehydration can be dangerous as it can lead to seizures, brain swelling, kidney failure, and death. A person can go a week without food, but they cannot survive three days without water. To protect yourself and your loved ones, remember to hydrate daily.

Having adequate water intake may seem easy, but we may only feel the need to drink water when we feel thirsty. Here are our five favorite tips to increase your daily water intake!

1. Add fruits to your water.
   Adjusting the flavor of your water can encourage you to drink more as it will refresh your palate. Plain water can get boring, so spice it up with some lemons, strawberries, and watermelon! This leads to great hydration and a sweet treat left over.
   
   
   

   

2. Eat foods that contain high water content.
   Believe it or not, the right snack can provide you with hydration. According to Healthline, celery, zucchini, watermelon, cantaloupe, and honeydew all have over 90 percent of water content. A melon fruit salad will do the trick!
3. Bring your water with you.
   When you have your water bottle with you at all times, there’s no excuse to be dehydrated. Remember to refill your bottle before you leave your house and take it with you. JUGLIFE can help you with our reusable water jugs!
   
   
   

   

4. Track your water intake.
   There are several apps on your phone that can assist you with achieving adequate hydration. As you input the amount of water you consume as the day progresses, it will monitor your hydration status. It will also send you reminders to drink more water when your levels are low. Some great options to download are Daily Water Tracker Reminder and Aqualert: Water Reminder Daily.
5. Drink water with your daily tasks.
   Having a routine for drinking water can help you reach the ideal amount each day. Have a glass when you wake up and go to bed, when you have a meal, when you hit the gym, or even when you brush your teeth. This will help you stay on top of your hydration throughout the day.

These tips will allow you to increase your water intake so you can become the healthiest version of yourself! JUGLIFE values the importance of water, and you should, too. Drinking water is how we can take care of our bodies mentally and physically. Start by trying out one of our tips, and eventually add more along the way. Soon enough, you’ll be hydrated and ready to take on your day!