Hydrate well every day
We are educated on the benefits of a varied and balanced diet, yet very little in relation to hydration; what to drink, how often, in what situations and how to spot the first signs of dehydration?
In this article, you will discover the benefits that good hydration can have on a daily basis, and why water alone and low in minerals is not always enough to hydrate well, as well as some tips to learn to identify the first signs of dehydration and recognize when you are well hydrated!
Why is hydration so important and what are the benefits?
The body is made up of approximately 60% water. It is the first constituent of the human body!
Water essential to life
Water plays several roles in the body:
- Construction role: water is a constituent element of the human body. It is present in all cells, tissues and intra- and extracellular compartments.
- Chemical role: water is at the same time a solvent, a reaction medium, a reagent and a product of chemical reactions. It is also a product of oxidative metabolism.
- Transport role: water is the major constituent of blood. It carries nutrients to cells and helps remove waste from the body.
- Role in thermoregulation: water helps maintain the body at the right temperature, during exposure to extreme heat or extreme cold.
The list of benefits linked to hydration is endless, because it is one of the keys to the proper functioning of our body!
- Keep skin well hydrated and healthy!
- Reduces toxins in your body through improved cell turnover
- Better lubricated joints and optimized muscle function
- Ally of the flat stomach, because it promotes the feeling of satiety.
- Avoid constipation – choose water rich in magnesium.
- Fresh breath! And yes, one of the signs that you are poorly hydrated is to have a dry and pasty mouth and therefore more likely to create unpleasant breath.
- Avoids headaches thanks to better oxygenation of cells.
- Thermoregulator! Our metabolism spends a lot of energy maintaining our vital organs at a temperature of 37°C and hydration is key in this process!
Did you know ?
When we are thirsty, we are already dehydrated. Get into the habit of drinking regularly throughout the day and all before you feel thirsty.
Hydratis , specialized in hydrating the body from the inside!
Drink more, yes, but drinking better is essential! Hydratis is a French brand which was created in 2019 and which invests in research and development to develop solutions to optimize hydration. The company works in particular with fire stations on their hydration protocols or in the hospital environment for seniors in order to offer solutions to hydrate or rehydrate more effectively!
You can try Hydratis which is available in several flavors to flavor the water while keeping you optimally hydrated! Find the products on the E-SHOP !
You can use Hydratis daily to be in better shape and be able to fully enjoy every moment of your day. Also ideal in cases of chronic dehydration. One tablet in the morning to start the day off right and one in the evening to stay well hydrated during the night, because we become dehydrated during our sleep and perhaps accentuated by the air conditioning or heating which dries out the room.
You can also use Hydratis during a particular occasion which promotes dehydration of the body such as physical exertion, a period of high heat, ideal for avoiding a hangover! In the less glamorous register, you can also consume Hydratis during diarrhea or vomiting in order to hydrate yourself and replace the electrolytes lost during these episodes.
Hydratis accompanies you throughout your daily life to stay in shape and well hydrated!
But how do you know if you are well hydrated?
There are quick and easy methods that allow you to assess your water status.
- Body weight
Tracking weight changes is the most commonly used method of measuring changes in the body's hydration level over a short period of time. The evaluation should be done under standard conditions, preferably in the morning on an empty stomach, after using the toilet. - Urinary measurements
Urine volume often reflects the volume of fluids absorbed more than the subject's hydration status. However, studying their color is a simple indicator to analyze: the lighter they are, the better the hydration.
