Why staying hydrated matters
Water makes us. It accounts for about 60% of a typical adult’s body weight and contributes to regulating temperature and supporting digestion to help keep you sharp and maintain concentration*.
As our brains are about 73% water, not drinking enough water can lead to headaches, tiredness and reduced concentration**. Choosing water can also help reduce sugar intake supporting healthier lifestyles. So, keep water handy throughout the day and get the hydration habit.
For more information on why hydration matters and recommended intake, click here.
Sources:
*Jéquier E & Constant F (2010) Water as an essential nutrient: the physiological basis of hydration. European Journal of Clinical Nutrition 64(2): 115-23. NHS Inform Scotland Hydration Webpage
**Lieberman HR (2007) Hydration and cognition: a critical review and recommendations for future research. Journal of the American College of Nutrition 25: 555S-561S. NHS Inform Scotland Hydration Webpage