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Although water has no calories or organic nutrients, it is vital for every human being. Water is an essential part of the metabolic processes in the human body. Without it, a person can become dehydrated which can lead to several health complications.
Good hydration can avoid several things such as headaches, cramps, and fatigue. It also helps hair grow longer, helps skin regain moisture, and will give your face a glowing appearance!
There is a simple way to figure out the minimum amount of water that you should be drinking per day.
Simply divide your weight in pounds by two and the equation will give you the minimum amount of ounces that you should be drinking per day.
That’s it! It’s simple.
For example, if you weigh around 100 lbs, you should be drinking about 50 ounces of water per day. That is the equivalent of about 2 liters.However, for people who are very active such as people who go to the gym or who are involved in sports, more water should be taken to stay hydrated.
“But Ivy, how do I know for sure if I’m being hydrated enough?”
When I was running with my cross country team and competing every weekend with other teams, one of the ways that I learned to check if I was hydrated enough was to check my pee. Seriously! We were required to check in with the physical therapists and our trainers for any sprains, strains, or soreness, and they would always emphasize that we hydrate ourselves properly. Right outside of the office there was a big urine color chart for everyone to see.
It looked like this:
(chart created by yours truly on Paint, haha)
Basically, if your pee looks like #2 and 3#, then you’re hydrated!
if your pee looks like #1 (which is almost as clear as water), then you’re over-hydrated!
If your pee looks like apple juice like #5, then you’re a bit dehydrated and should be drinking more water.
Anything that resembles the last three numbers means that you are very dehydrated and may even have an infection. If your pee looks like #8 or darker, you most likely have a kidney infection!
Drinking water is very important in everyone’s lives. Instead of drinking sodas and drinks that are packed with sugar, drink water instead! Your body will thank you for it!
If you’re interested in purchasing a Urine Color Hydration Sign
Stay hydrated, stay healthy, and live life fully 🙂
Good luck!
Stay Humble,
Ivy ~
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Resources:
http://health.usnews.com/health-news/blogs/eat-run/2013/09/13/the-truth-about-how-much-water-you-should-really-drink
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Water
