Take FIVE: Five Tips for Winter Hydration

Five Tips for Winter Hydration: Take Five

You read about the importance of
Winter Hydration - not take action.

Consider these five tips to help with your hydration this winter and holiday season.

1. Sip Warm Beverages: Embrace the winter chill with comforting warm beverages like herbal teas, broths, and hot water with lemon. Not only do these keep you cozy, but they also contribute to your daily hydration needs.

2. Eat Water-Rich Foods: Incorporate water-rich foods into your winter diet. Enjoy juicy oranges and other citrus fruits (with their high vitamin C content), and include hydrating vegetables such as cucumber and celery in your meals. These contribute to your overall fluid intake.
 

3. Set Hydration Reminders: With the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, it's easy to forget to drink water. Set reminders on your phone or use hydration apps (yes, there is an app for that) to prompt you to sip regularly. Stay ahead of thirst and keep your hydration levels in check.

4. Hydrate Before Indulging: Before sitting down to a holiday feast or heading out to the party, make it a practice to drink a glass of water. Not only does this ease digestion, but it also helps control appetite and minimize overindulgence. And, if you are consuming alcohol, this can really help with fluid balance.

5. Bring Your Water Bottle: Whether you're out shopping for gifts, attending holiday gatherings, or enjoying winter activities, carry a reusable water bottle with you. Having water readily available makes it easier to stay hydrated throughout the day.

Incorporate these five hydration tips into your winter routine (and year-round) to ensure you stay well-hydrated and support your overall well-being during the holiday season. Take five for your health this winter!