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The Real Reason You Should Never Put A Lemon In Your Drink
Staying hydrated is one of the healthiest and easiest things you can do for yourself. Water is literally life, and it is unlikely you will ever hear any health professional tell you to drink less water because it seems like common sense. According to WebMD, nowadays, people are more proactive about drinking more water by carrying it around with them, though the most popular drink in the U.S. is still soda. Joan Koelemay, RD, a dietitian for the Beverage Institute, an industry group, told WebMD, “Think of water as a nutrient your body needs that is present in liquids, plain water, and foods. All of these are essential daily to replace the large amounts of water lost each day.”
Drinking eight glasses of water is more than a guideline and is necessary for your well-being. Healthline shared that water helps regulate your body temperature to protect all your tissues and joints and support digestion. Staying hydrated keeps you in a better mood, helps your cognitive functions, and even gives you better skin. Some people find drinking plain old water a little boring, but you can add a little oomph to it by drinking sparkling water or infusing it with cucumber, ginger, and lemon.
