Everyone knows it's important to stay hydrated, but many people still find it tough to stay on top of drinking water regularly. If you're aiming to drink more water this year, there are products that can help remind you or make it easier to stay on track.
Drinking enough water and other fluids is a vital part of keeping your body healthy. It might seem like a small thing, but when you stay well-hydrated, you'll notice the difference in how you feel.
In this article: Ulla Smart Hydration Reminder, Hidrate Spark 3 Smart Water Bottle and Savvy Infusion Fruit Infuser Water Bottle.
You might have heard that you should drink around eight 8-ounce glasses of water a day, but this is just an estimate. Not everyone needs to drink this much water. It depends on a range of factors, such as the temperature, your weight and how much you exercise.
The right amount of water for you could be anywhere between four and 10 8-ounce glasses. However, six to eight 8-ounce glasses is a good place to start and then you can gauge whether you need more or less, based on how you feel. If you notice signs of dehydration, such as headaches, dizziness or dark-colored urine, you should drink more. If you're constantly urinating and your urine is clear, you might be overdoing it.
While drinking a decent amount of plain water is good for you, other types of drinks still count, including tea and coffee. Of course, there are other reasons why you shouldn't drink nothing but sugary beverages and caffeine.
There are a range of benefits to drinking water. These are just some of them, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
You've made it your mission to drink more water this year, but what types of products can help?
Fitting most water bottles, this nifty device tracks how much water you drink and blinks to remind you to drink more. It doesn't require adjustment between bottles and its battery lasts about 6 months, so it's low-maintenance.
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Hidrate Spark 3 Smart Water Bottle
Not only does this water bottle track how much liquid you've been drinking, it glows in one of three patterns to give you a nudge when you need to drink more. It's compatible with an app to help you set goals and track your water-drinking habits.
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Savvy Infusion Fruit Infuser Water Bottle
If a big part of the reason you drink less water than you should is that you find the taste boring, a fruit infuser bottle might help you reach your goals. The infuser basket can hold any kind of chopped fruit or, if you're worried about sugar intake, try infusing your water with cucumber and mint.
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Larq Bottle Self-Cleaning and Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle
For some people, the right tech can make a water bottle interesting enough to use regularly, while more basic bottles may get left ignored. This one has a built-in ultravioulet sanitizer to keep it hygienic, automatically self-cleaning every two hours.
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Hydro Flask Wide Mouth Straw Lid
The convenience of a large capacity and a lid with a built-in flip-up straw is enough to make many people drink more water than they would otherwise. The insulated design also keeps water delightfully cool for up to 24 hours.
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Vapur Solid Flexible Water Bottle
In some cases, the thought of having to lug around a bulky water bottle, even when it's empty, is enough to put people off packing one. The Vapur is extremely lightweight and flexible, so you can fold it up and slip it in a pocket when you're not using it.
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Hydros 64-Ounce Water Filter Pitcher
This gorgeous glass water pitcher filters a full jug in just 60 seconds, making it convenient to use. The filter is made from coconut shells, making it more eco-friendly than similar models.
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Perhaps you aren't that interested in drinking still water, but seltzer piques your interest. This machine turns regular tap water into sparkling water, saving you money in the long run and using less plastic compared to buying seltzer from the store.
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GU Energy Hydration Electrolyte Drink Tablets
With four flavors in a pack, these hydration tablets make boring plain water interesting. Plus, they contain electrolytes to aid hydration, especially important when exercising or on hot days.
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SipWell Stainless Steel Drinking Straws
If the thought of drinking water seems much more appealing when there's a straw involved, try carrying around one of these stainless steel reusable straws.
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