We all know that drinking water is good for us.
And registered dietitian Niti Patel, explains that drinking water and aging are linked.
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We all know that drinking water is good for us.
Ithelps keep your skin radiant,gets you energized, andaids in digestion.
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New York City-based dietitian and founder of the healthy beverage company W.O.T.G.
Water is in all of our cells, she says, and those cells need water to work efficiently.
New York City-based dietitian and founder of the healthy beverage company W.O.T.G. (Wellness On The Go)
From lubricating your joints to pumping blood to your muscles, you need waterto perform nearly every bodily function.
Depending on your activity level and any chronic conditions, your water intake needs may decrease as you age.
But also, as you age, you lose your ability to experience thirst.
Okay, lets drink some water.
Thats something that you have to do as you get older.
Additionally, dehydration is a common but often overlooked issue for seniors.
Naturally, their body holds onto less water than young peoples bodies.
Patel says one thing to try is to begin drinking warm lemon water right when you wake up.
Youll feel a difference because throughout the night, youre dehydrating because youre not drinking anything, she says.
Like a wilted flower, you’re able to feel yourself rising up again.
Also, Patel recommends getting in the habit of always keeping water nearby.
Dont wait until youre thirsty [to drink water,] she says.
make a run at add liquids throughout your day.
And liquids could be munching on like cucumbers and hummus because cucumbers are a great source of water.
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