Let's chat about hydration and big Bottles!

Let's chat about hydration as the sun is at it's peak this next few weeks we need to think harder and smarter about our liquid intake.

We love the products that can carry this liquid load and on of the biggest ones is the Canyon Jug with a 50oz capacity! We really think the colours in this line are pretty unique as well.

Not only do we want to share this pretty cooling item but also the facts about staying hydrated and the various signs and tips to help yourself and those around you.

Stay hydrated on your next adventure with our new Canyon Bottle!

?Myths and 5 Facts

1. Myth: If You’re Thirsty, You’re Already Dehydrated

There is some truth to this widely repeated statement. “This can be a really helpful reminder to people because many of us aren’t very in tune with our thirst, so once we realize we’re thirsty, our body really is calling out for water,” says?Ginger Hultin, RDN. A sharp increase in thirst may also be a sign of a health problem like?diabetes. It could be a side effect of a medication you’re taking; certain drugs can cause dry mouth without causing dehydration.

2. Fact: Dark Yellow Urine May Signal That You’re Dehydrated

If you’re concerned you’re not drinking enough water, try this quick trick: Check your urine color. “Urine colour can be a pretty good indication of hydration status,” says Hultin.

An eight-level urine colour chart lays out urine colour from clear to dark yellow or brown — as posted by the?U.S. Army Public Health Command. Though everyone is different, the lightest three colours indicate that you’re hydrated, and the darkest five may mean that you’re dehydrated. If your pee falls in the brown range, you should seek medical attention.

3. Myth: To Avoid Dehydration, Drink as Much Water as You Can

When it comes to water, some people overdo it.

“There’s a condition called?hyponatremia, and it happens when the concentration of sodium in your body —?which is an electrolyte — gets too low,” says Hultin. “This actually causes the cells in your body to swell, and it is a life-threatening condition.”

4. Fact: Some Groups Are at Higher Risk of Dehydration Than Others

“[Dehydration is] very dangerous for children, pregnant women, and some older adults,” says Hultin. “Especially if someone in these categories is sick with a fever, vomiting, or diarrhea, they may need medical attention quickly to assess their hydration status.”

5. Myth: You Can Get Hydrated Only by?Drinking Liquids

“While about 80 percent of our fluid intake comes from liquids, roughly 20 percent comes from the liquid found in watery foods like juicy fruits and vegetables,” explains Malkani. For example, the?Mayo Clinic?notes that some produce — like?watermelon?and spinach — is nearly 100 percent water by weight. Other hydrating foods include cucumbers, celery, radishes, watercress,?grapefruit, cantaloupe, and?strawberries, Malkani adds.

6. Fact: Too Little Sleep May Dehydrate You

Adequate z’s may help you stay hydrated. A?study published in 2019?found that people who slept six hours each night were more dehydrated than those who regularly slept eight. A potential reason? Scientists point to the disruption of?vasopressin, a hormone released at night that helps your body maintain its hydration status.?

7. Myth: Everyone Needs 8 Glasses of Water a Day to Avoid Dehydration

Like most things in health, hydration goals vary. “There will be a range of what people need — it’s based on many factors, including physical activity, your diet, and the environment that you live in, among others,” says Hultin. Other factors to consider are underlying health conditions, gender, age, and whether you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

8. Fact: Having a Respiratory Illness, Makes Hydration Especially Important

“Any health issue that increases fluid excretion —?such as vomiting, diarrhea, or increased sweating from fever — increases fluid needs,” says Malkani. If you have the respiratory illness, swig more fluid than you normally would to replace what you’ve lost, advises?Johns Hopkins Medicine.

9. Myth: If You’re Dehydrated, Drinking More Water Is the Remedy

Again, it depends on the situation. According to the?Mayo Clinic, it’s important to see a doctor for extra medical care if you’ve had diarrhea for 24 hours or longer, feel disoriented and more tired than normal and can’t keep liquids down. The Cleveland Clinic also notes that for cases of dehydration from intensive exercise, or if you’re exercising in the heat, you may benefit from a drink that contains electrolytes such as?sodium,?potassium, and?magnesium.?

10. Fact:?Water Can Help You Manage Appetite Signals

Are you hungry or simply craving a treat? Have a glass of water before you decide. “Sometimes, it can help you actually recognize hunger signals,” Dr. Agarwal says. After that refreshment break, you may realize you were just thirsty and not in need of a full-on snack or meal.?

Bonus: Drinking water before eating may help you lose weight if that’s one of your goals.?One study?found that drinking about two 8-ounce (oz) glasses of water 30 minutes before each meal of the day helped people with obesity lose almost three pounds after 12 weeks, compared with a control group who didn’t drink the water?before each meal. Authors of a?study published in 2018, which looked at young adults without obesity,?wrote that drinking water before (though not after) meals increased satiety.

This article is cited from the website https://www.everydayhealth.com/dehydration/the-truth-about-hydration-myths-and-facts/