Staying Hydrated is the Key to Summer Beauty & Health. FASHIONTRIBES BEAUTY BLOG
A clinical study by Cornell Medical Center found that more than 75% of Americans are chronically dehydrated. According to the International Bottled Water Association:
- only 1 in 5 people drink the recommended eight glasses of water per day
- 44% drink three or fewer servings of water per day
- 10% of people surveyed report drinking no water at all
During the summertime, it’s more important than ever to beat the heat and exhaustion by drinking the recommended eight glasses . Celebrity nutritionist Phil Goglia, founder of premiere nutrition and fitness clinic Performance Fitness Concepts - whose A-list clients include Owen Wilson, Gillian Anderson, Jeff Goldblum & Laura Dern - has these tips to keep from drying out this summer:
- Look for food and drink options that are natural & fresh. The summer heat can induce fatigue and stress, increasing the chances of heat exhaustion, so try to avoid processed fare such as fast food, chips and pre-packaged sweets that are high in sodium and hidden calories. Instead, look for all-natural, nutrient-rich foods and beverages to help maintain a good energy level.
- Avoid soda & specialty coffee drinks. High sugar content not only contributes to weight gain, but, when combined with caffeine, contributes to dehydration.
- Bring your water with. Whether you’re headed to the beach, the corner store, or out for a day of fun in the sun, don't leave home without a bottle of H 20.
- Helpful kid-friendly hydration hint: If you can’t get the kids to drink plain water, resort to trickery by giving them a fun, fruity popsicle made from flavored, nutrition-enhanced water. They'll believe they're enjoying a frozen treat, when really what they're getting is a daily dose of vitamins as well as a boost of water.
glaceau waters are all natural, without dehydrating chemical additives. Unlike soda, vitaminwater is sweetened with natural glucose from fruits instead of high fructose corn syrup, preservatives and artificial sweeteners, and even comes in tasty flavors like kiwi-strawberry. Available in a variety of sizes including 20 oz., 750 ml, 1 Liter, and 1.5 Liter at glaceau.com.
- Lesley Scott
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