Stay Quenched, Stay Young: The Hydration Blueprint Every 40+ Individual Needs to Read Now!

If you're like us, hitting that 40-mark was a little bit of a wake-up call.

Age has its perks, like wisdom and experience, but it also brings with it new challenges - especially when it comes to our health.

Today, let’s talk water.

Yes, the drink we all sometimes take for granted but is so vital.

Dive in with me as we explore the essential hydration tips tailored for our 40’s and beyond.

The Hydration Basics for The 40s and Beyond

Why Hydration Gets More Critical After 40

Did you know as we age, our body's water content decreases?

The "spring chicken" days where we could power through a day on a couple of glasses and feel fine are, sadly, behind us.

Now, staying well-hydrated affects everything from our skin's suppleness (goodbye, unwanted wrinkles!) to our cognitive function.

We have noticed that on days when we skimped on water, we'd often feel foggy or easily fatigued. Sound familiar?

Starting the Day Right

Ever heard the phrase, "Start as you mean to go on"?

Taking that first glass of water before anything else sets a positive, health-focused tone for the day.

We used to be the straight-to-coffee types, but trust me, having water first genuinely gives a clarity boost.

It's like telling your body, "Hey, we've got this!"

Finding Your Perfect Water Intake

The “Half Your Weight in Ounces” Rule

This is a game-changer.

Say you weigh 160 pounds.

Aiming for 80 ounces of water daily is a stellar goal.

And if you're hitting the gym or going for those power-walks (Go you!), you'll need even more to compensate for that sweat.

It might sound daunting, but once it becomes a habit, it's just like second nature.

Pee-ka-view: Using Your Urine as a Hydration Guide

Remember when we were kids, and everything was a game?

Why not apply that to our hydration?

Checking the color of our urine can be an easy and fun way to ensure we're on track.

Light, pale-yellow?

You're golden (pun intended)!

If it's darker, though, it's a signal to up that water intake.

Tech & Hydration: Using Reminders to Stay On Track

It's 2023, and thank goodness for technology!

We’ve all been there, getting swamped with work and forgetting to drink.

We like setting reminders on our phones, the results are transformative in solidifying this habit. 

If you're a bit tech-savvy, there are even apps out there to remind you to hydrate and track your intake.

And if you’re thinking of investing in a smart water bottle, we’ve found them to be pretty nifty.

Elevating the Taste: Making Water More Appealing

For some of us, water can be, well, a tad bland. 

Many clients have  started adding slices of oranges, strawberries, and even cucumbers to their daily water supply, and suddenly, drinking isn’t as hard.. If you want to jazz up your hydration game, give it a go!

As for flavored seltzers, they can be a delightful change—just be cautious about added sugars or artificial ingredients.

The Silent Dehydration: Age and Diminishing Thirst Sensation

Fun (or not so fun) fact: As we age, our thirst signals can get a bit lazy.

It's like that old alarm clock that just doesn't ring as loudly anymore.

This means we might not always feel thirsty even when our body is begging for water.

The solution?

Consistency.

Make drinking water a routine, so you don't have to rely on feeling parched to remember.

Additional Tips for Optimal Hydration After 40

Adding hydrating foods to your diet can be a massive boost.

We like adding in water-rich foods like watermelon and cucumber - not only delicious but doubly hydrating!

And remember those evening wine sessions?

While an occasional glass is fine, it's essential to balance out with more water.

Alcohol can be dehydrating, so let's make sure to counteract its effects. 

What’s Next?

Alright, hydration heroes, we've covered a lot.

From making hydration fun with tech to recognizing the importance of water as we age, every sip counts.

Here's to radiant health, glowing skin, and the energy to tackle everything our 40s and beyond bring!

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