Most people require between 1-2 litres of water per day to help their body function properly. You should drink water even when you don't feel thirsty; by the time you do, you will be dehydrated.A human body is between 50- 75% water, & this is lost when breathing (approx 1/2 litre can be lost through breath alone!) sweating & passing urine.
Right now you can tell if you've drunk enough so far today. Put your hand on a flat surface & pinch the back of it - it should snap back into place. If it doesn't, you are probably dehydrated!
Another simple way to tell is by the colour of your urine. A dark colour is a sign of dehydration. Very pale yellow or straw coloured is what you're aiming for.
Even mild dehydration can cause headaches & loss of concentration, so sip water little & often to get you through the working day.
My advice is have a large bottle of water with you during the day - on your desk, in your car & also carry a small bottle in your bag for when you are on the go. And try to cut your caffeine intake because it acts as a diuretic , causing the body to lose water.
Also up your fruit & vegs intake - they are 80-90% water & good for you!
Oh & don't forget.... drinking water often curbs your appetite & is calorie free - win : win!
Happy drinking!
Bev
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