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Why One-Size-Fits-All Hydration Plans Fail Every athlete knows hydration during sports matters. But too often, it’s treated like a one-size-fits-all solution: drink some water, maybe grab a sports drink, and...
Electrolytes are charged minerals that your body needs to perform properly. We get electrolytes from foods and beverages, but sometimes, we don’t get enough of the electrolytes we need. These...
When it comes to disasters, being prepared can make a world of difference. Whether you live in an area that’s affected by massive wildfires, tornados, or hurricanes, it’s important to...
If someone asked you, “Is sodium bad for you?”, you’d probably be inclined to say yes. But you may be surprised to find out that’s not technically true. Sodium itself...
The energy-boosting effect of caffeine found in instant coffee, espresso, or even tea and soda is one of the main reasons people enjoy these beverages each day. However, many caffeine-lovers...
You know that water is an essential component of overall health. Whether you’ve tried to boost your physical performance, increase weight loss, or boost mental capacity, you’ve probably been told...
Water is critical for body functions and becoming dehydrated can cause fatigue, headaches, and dry skin. We all have heard the recommended water intake for adults is eight 8-ounce glasses...
Drinking water is not the sole solution to overcoming dehydration. The human body relies on electrolytes to function properly. These essential vitamins and minerals, including sodium, potassium, and calcium, fuel...
We all know how important hydration is for job performance and working out, but it also plays a key role in getting good quality sleep. Dehydration can cause problems in...
It’s commonly believed that dehydration has adverse effects on the skin. Namely, cosmetologists and other health and beauty professionals say that dehydration - caused by not drinking enough water –...
An oral rehydration solution (ORS) is a mixture of salts, sugars, and drinking water. These solutions contain a precise ratio of glucose and electrolytes to address fluid loss in the...
When we are thirsty, we often reach for our water bottle. In most cases, water is the perfect beverage for staying hydrated. However, drinking only water for an extended period...
For serious athletes, recovering from a workout is as important as the hard effort itself. One of the most fundamental ways to boost post workout recovery, however, has often been...
Hundreds of millions of people live with the effects of dehydration every day. But in America, we don’t have a commonly used, effective and affordable remedy. The good news is...
It’s no secret that hydration plays a role in the way we feel and move throughout the day. When we don’t get enough fluids, headaches, dizziness, and sluggishness can set...
Featured Contributor: Abbey Freeman Haglund, Glass Body Steel Soul I am wrapping up my first month working full time. As I said after week 1, If you asked me or...
You’ve probably heard about electrolytes but may not understand what they do or just how essential they are for the body. Electrolytes are charged vitamins and minerals that are present...
Whether you’re suffering from a viral or bacterial infection, not getting enough fluids can quickly turn a standard cold into something more serious. Vomiting and diarrhea—two symptoms of the cold...
Every parent knows to hand their child a water bottle before soccer practice or a hot day at the park. But dehydration in kids isn’t always about forgetting to drink...
For many Americans, exhaustion and fatigue are a regular occurrence. If you’re one of the 43% of Americans who feel too tired to function at work, fatigue isn’t just annoying...
A heat headache is a dull, throbbing pain that is exacerbated by heat. Millions of Americans suffer from headache disorders like migraines and cluster headaches. According to the National Headache...
