Hydrate for a Healthy Summer
By Maggie Wheeler, Senior Vice President – Product Development
If there’s one habit worth picking up this summer, it is undoubtedly carrying a reusable water bottle and keeping it filled with fresh water. It’s a sure way to stay hydrated all season long and keep the planet cleaner! Surprisingly, though most people understand the myriad health benefits of drinking plenty of water, few actually take advantage of what is widely perceived as the fountain of youth. According to a study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 43 percent of adults’ drink less than four cups of water a day. In addition, 36 percent drink only one to three cups, and 7 percent drink none. It’s disputable not only why people drink little water but also where they obtain it. In fact, the CDC is conducting a Water and Health Study over the next two years to better understand the bottled-water vs. tap-water debate, including links between water use and health in communities across the United States, which they believe has one of the safest and healthiest drinking water supplies in the world.
Water in your body does far more than quench your thirst on a hot summer day; it helps transport vital nutrients, maintain a healthy body temperature, assist in digestion and ensure good circulation. It also helps in controlling weight. From Adkins, Paleo and Southbeach to Weight Watchers, Nutrisystem, and Medifast, most weight-loss programs recommend drinking more water in order to boost energy, efficiently process food and provide that “full” feeling, which helps people from consuming more food than they actually need. But it does far more for the body. Studies conducted by leading institutions like the University of Sydney in Australia are finding that an increase in water intake can clear the body of excess sodium and other toxins, reducing the risks for problems related to the kidneys. It also helps skin look more radiant. Researchers at the University of Wisconsin recommend water as an external moisturizer in addition to consuming the proper amounts for a more youthful appearance.
Other lesser-known facts about proper water consumption posted by FITDAY include its ability to aid in a good night’s sleep, clear the eyes, clean the mouth and increase serotonin production to fight depression. But what about the planet? CBS news reports that Americans buy, consume and throw away the equivalent of nearly 100 billion 12-ounce plastic bottles of water every year, translating into approximately 300 bottles for every man, woman, and child. According to Dr. Peter Gleick, the author of Bottled and Sold: The Story Behind Our Obsession with Bottled Water, “Laid end to end, these bottles would circle the earth more than 600 times—or reach from the earth to the moon and back 30 times.” What’s worse, as little 23 percent get recycled.
No need to lose hope, though. Solutions to help create easy and healthy habits for yourself and for the planet are simple and cost next to nothing, thanks to Logomark’s affordable, yet durable reusable drinkware!
Problem: Because our bodies are almost 70 percent water, it only follows logic to assume that drinking sufficient amounts will help keep our bodies in balance. But how much is enough? Leading health authorities almost unanimously recommend at least eight 8 oz. glasses per day yet most people take in less than that for reasons that range from it being tasteless to inconvenient accessibility. But the fact remains: a lack of water in the body increases health risks and bottled water is contributing to an increasingly growing pollution problem on our planet.
Solution: You are more likely to succeed if you turn the water habit into a seamless process. You can easily achieve this by purchasing an inexpensive—and eye catching—environmentally friendly and safe reusable water bottle. Keep it filled with fresh water all day long and make sure you carry it everywhere. You’ll not only stay hydrated during the hot summer but also reduce waste and contribute to a greener, healthier planet. So, don’t forget to drink up. Cheers!
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