Why You Must Keep Your Water Intake Up To Transform Your Health Today!

High Blood Pressure Wellness Lifestyle Podcast, Episode #55

Do you find it difficult to consume your daily water intake? Today, we're swimming into a topic that's crucial for those battling high blood pressure and diabetes on how to keep your water intake up. Imagine it’s a scorching summer day, and you’re parched, now multiply that dehydration risk tenfold if you’re managing health conditions that demand optimal hydration.

Well today we'll explore life-saving tips and practical advice to ensure your hydration game is always on point. So grab your water bottle, and let's make a splash into the world of H2O!

Mentioned In This Episode

Prevent Health Complications with Proactive Hydration Management!

• Dehydration due to high blood sugar can lead to a myriad of other health complications, such as kidney problems, urinary tract infections, and even cognitive issues like confusion and irritability. Addressing this issue proactively can save you from these potential risks.
  
  Our Achieve Balanced Blood Sugar Control Through Holistic Lifestyle Adjustments Online Program offer you practical tips and daily routines to keep your body well-hydrated, thereby enhancing your overall health and preventing complications before they arise.
  
  Achieving stable blood sugar levels can significantly reduce the symptoms of neuropathy, a painful condition resulting from nerve damage due to high glucose levels. Proper blood sugar management can also mitigate risks like diabetic retinopathy, which affects eyesight, and nephropathy, which impacts kidney function. Beyond these, maintaining healthy glucose levels can boost overall energy, reduce fatigue, and improve mental clarity, contributing to better quality of life and overall well-being.
  
  By joining our program, you’re not just learning to manage a condition, you’re investing in a healthier, more hydrated future. Take control of your health today and see the transformative benefits for yourself.

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Why You Must Keep Your Water Intake Up To Transform Your Health Today Podcast Transcript!

Welcome to the High Blood Pressure Wellness Lifestyle Podcast, where your journey toward a healthier, more vibrant life takes center stage. I'm Donna Williams, your host and guide, Certified Holistic Health Coach, and passionate advocate for transforming lives through mindful, practical approaches to health.

At my digital home, info-on-high-blood-pressure.com, and through this podcast, I commit to transforming lives through tailored wellness strategies. I specialize in guiding and empowering women of color to prevent, manage, and conquer high blood pressure and other chronic diseases.

Through my comprehensive online resources and personalized coaching, I offer effective, mindful eating programs and blood sugar management strategies that focus on long-lasting lifestyle changes, rather than short-term fixes.

I'm passionate about turning wellness into a way of life, ensuring vibrant health is accessible to everyone I work with. My tag line is “Eat Well to Live Well” so that you can ‘Transform your Health, Elevate your Heart, and Empower your Wellness’.

Today's topic is on "Why You Must Keep Your Water Intake Up to Transform Your Health Today!"

Water isn't just a drink, it’s a vital element in managing your health conditions effectively. If you’re one of the millions juggling high blood pressure or diabetes, you know the daily struggle to stay hydrated is no small feat. It’s not just about quenching your thirst; it’s about fueling your body to maintain balance and health.

Many people find it challenging to meet their daily water intake goals, and you’re not alone if you’re in that boat. The hustle and bustle of everyday life can easily sidetrack even the best intentions to drink enough water. Add to that the convenience of sugary beverages and caffeinated drinks, and water easily takes a backseat.

However, understanding the importance of hydration, especially if you’re managing conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes, or any other chronic disease, can be a powerful motivator.

How Much Water Does The Body Need!

Our bodies are made up of about 60% water. Therefore, it's not surprising that we need to stay hydrated for our bodies to function correctly. Drinking approximately half of our body weight in ounces of water each day ensures that our bodies will not experience dehydration, but most of us don't even come close to this.

Have no fear, though -- that's going to change this month, I'm sure. Because after learning of the overall health benefits and challenges you might face after listening to 'Why you must keep your water intake up to transform your health' podcast, this vital task will be less daunting!

The age-old goal was eight glasses per day, but we now know our bodies require more personalized numbers based on our makeup. A more accurate goal is to aim for approximately half of your body weight in ounces per day. Therefore, if you weigh 150lbs, you'll aim for 75oz of water a day. If you have a 24oz water bottle, you'll need to fill it up a little over 3x per day to reach your goal.

It doesn't seem like a lot until you actually try to tackle it in trying to keep your water intake up. So if you're trying to keep up and it still seems impossible, I have some tips for you. With a few practical strategies, like setting reminders or infusing your water with enticing flavors, you can make drinking water a more enjoyable and regular part of your daily routine.

When we realize that we need to be drinking more water, we first search for a cup or bottle. Half the fun is grabbing a new container or bringing an old favorite back to life. Anything will work, but I always choose something fairly large that doesn't need to be refilled constantly. Though it can be a bit heavy to carry around.

I also like the ones that boost the ability to stay cold for an extended period of time. For example, water bottles with a straw seem easier to drink quickly rather than the large-mouth options you have to tip and sip. Carry it with you, so it's always top of your mind.

If it's hard to get down this much water in a day—either because it's unappealing or just doesn't taste good—it's pretty easy to add some flavor. I tend to choose citrus fruit (don't add the peel, or you'll taste a bitter flavor), sweet fruit like strawberries, pineapple, and melon, and crisp veggies like cucumber.

I have a backyard garden, so I love the knowledge that I know for a fact that my veggies and fruits I infuse my drinking water with is pesticide free.

Still if you find it difficult to consume your daily water intake, you’re certainly not alone and it’s a common struggle shared by many. Often, it’s a matter of habits and environment—busy schedules, limited bathroom access, or simply forgetting can all contribute to not drinking enough water.

To combat the many trips to the restroom all day and night, try adding electrolytes and minerals to your water. There are many types of electrolyte mixes, both flavored and unflavored. Look for healthier options without added sugar or excess ingredients. And to add minerals, it's just a simple pinch of mineral-rich sea salt. This keeps the body balanced, which means better water retention and overall better hydration.

For those managing high blood pressure or diabetes, this can be particularly concerning, as proper hydration is vital in regulating bodily functions and maintaining health. However, adopting simple changes like carrying a reusable water bottle, taking regular 'water breaks,' or using apps to track your intake can gradually turn this task into a manageable, even enjoyable, routine.

I know this for sure, that it can be challenging to hit the goal we set for ourselves even doing those things. The last tip is to add water-rich foods into your diet. This one is not only easy but also delicious.

Some of the best foods are cucumber, broccoli, celery, lettuce, spinach, brussels sprouts, carrots, tomatoes, cauliflower, radishes, peppers, peaches, cantaloupe, watermelon, grapefruit, apples, blueberries, oranges, strawberries, and pears. These fruits and vegetables have many benefits when eaten raw, cooked, or even juiced.

It can be challenging to stay on top of this habit, especially when you start to pay attention to it. But with a bit of planning and creativity, you'll soon notice that your body is genuinely thanking you for the extra care.

Because when you experience dehydration due to high blood sugar it can lead to a myriad of other health complications, such as kidney problems, urinary tract infections, and even cognitive issues like confusion and irritability. Addressing this issue proactively can save you from these potential risks.

Our Achieve Balanced Blood Sugar Control Through Holistic Lifestyle Adjustments Online Program  not only helps you manage your blood sugar but also emphasizes the importance of proper hydration.

6 Motivated Health Benefits To Keep Your Water Intake Up!

To keep you motivated, here are six health benefits of water that'll make sure you remember to drink enough:

1. Helps your saliva: Want healthy teeth? You need saliva to keep your mouth in proper balance. Saliva also helps break down the foods you eat and has electrolytes, all the more reason to drink up!



2. Regulate body temperature: When you're active, you need to maintain the proper temperature for your body. Sweat cools the body, but without replenishing water, your body temperature will rise. Having water helps keep the balance here.



3. It's great for active bodies: Don't want to feel pain in your joints and muscles? When your body has enough water in it, it lubricates and cushions everything, so you experience less discomfort even as you age.



4. Cleanse out toxins: Water is an essential element that helps you clear away waste in the body. Think of it as a shower for your organs. No one wants kidney stones either, and plenty of water will keep those troubles away.



5. Get the most out of your meals: Water is a crucial component of digestion. Your body will adapt with more water by breaking down the foods you eat with greater ease. Plus, it will dissolve vitamins, minerals, and other critical nutrients in your foods, delivering them to your entire body for proper use.



6. Easy weight loss assistance: If your goal is to lose weight, don't miss out on your water intake! Drinking more water when you're eating right and exercising can help your efforts.

Beyond all these excellent health benefits of water, you improve blood oxygen circulation and immunity while giving your body the energy it needs to power through your busy life. To drink more of it, take a water bottle with you everywhere. Put it on top of your phone, so you'll remember to sip it every time you take a look at your messages. 

And if you feel like it's hard to drink down the plain flavor of water, get a water bottle with an infuser so you can add your favorite fruits to it. This gives it a naturally delicious taste and extra vitamins and minerals to really boost your health and hydration all in one.

Our goal today is for you to drink more water. This will look different for everyone since we're all on different paths. Take stock of how much water you drink currently and increase it by 2x this week. Once you get the swing of it, increase it by another increment for next week. Or if you're a go-getter, jump right in headfirst and drink your personalized water amount daily.  

To calculate your personalized daily water amount, use half of your body weight in ounces. For example, if you weigh 160lbs, strive for 80 ounces of water per day.

Prevent Health Complications With Proactive Hydration Management!

Our Achieve Balanced Blood Sugar Control Through Holistic Lifestyle Adjustments Online Program offer you practical tips and daily routines to keep your body well-hydrated, thereby enhancing your overall health and preventing complications before they arise.

Achieving stable blood sugar levels can significantly reduce the symptoms of neuropathy, a painful condition resulting from nerve damage due to high glucose levels. Proper blood sugar management can also mitigate risks like diabetic retinopathy, which affects eyesight, and nephropathy, which impacts kidney function. Beyond these, maintaining healthy glucose levels can boost overall energy, reduce fatigue, and improve mental clarity, contributing to better quality of life and overall well-being.

By joining our program here, you’re not just learning to manage a condition, you’re investing in a healthier, more hydrated future. Take control of your health today and see the transformative benefits for yourself.

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