A Fresh Cup of …Water in the Morning? TIPS FOR DRINKING YOUR DAILY LIMIT
The human body needs water. We are , in fact, 60% water, so we require replenishment on a daily basis! And first thing in the morning, when you haven’t had any water for at least eight hours, it’s important to start rehydrating as effectively as possible.
In general, you should be drinking eight 8-ounce glasses of water each day. Morning is the perfect time to start that process. One trick is to fill a water bottle each night (bonus points for ice!) and leave it by your bed. That way, when you wake up thirsty at night, you don’t have to go anywhere — and your first few glasses of the day are right there as well. You may be tempted to reach for other beverages throughout the day to keep hydration up. But the reality is that most of your water intake should just be water. If you really need some extra kick to stay hydrated, you can try club soda or sparkling water, which can be purchased cheaply at any grocery store. It’s also important to remember not all water is created equally. Packaged water is an option for people who don’t have access to good drinking water at home, as are in-fridge filters, on-sink filters, or jug filters. You want the water to taste as good as possible to increase your odds of drinking enough. So, what are you waiting for? Fill a glass today and change tomorrow for the better.
So, before you go for that cup of joe, go for a glass of water.
You might even end up skipping the coffee. According to the National Center for Biotechnology Information, dehydration may be a part of why we feel groggy and disoriented in the morning in the first place. Mild dehydration has been linked to lower brain function in general, with a wide range of effects on our cognition and performance. Can all that really happen overnight? Yes and no. By itself, an eight- hour period isn’t usually enough to cause mild dehydration. But coupled with the fact that most Americans aren’t drinking enough water to begin with, odds are good that when you go to bed, you haven’t had your daily intake.
2 Recent Scams to Look Out For
intend for close relatives and friends to see your photos, videos, and other posts, but you never know who might see it.
Scammers never sleep. There are several financial and identity scams going around right now, but there are two scams that have been more popular in recent months. However, when you’re armed with information on how scams operate, you can better protect yourself and your family. Here are two newer scams to be aware of. COVID-19 Vaccination Card Scams Many people took to social media to share with the world that they had received their vaccination. In sharing the news, however, some people made the mistake of publicly posting a photo of their vaccination card. These cards, while simple, contain just enough information for scammers to use. All they need is your full legal name and date of birth. They can use this information to pose as you to potentially access bank accounts or to open credit cards in your name. While no one should be discouraged from sharing the news, keep the personal details private. Share a picture of your arm or a vaccination sticker. You may only
Zoom Scams In 2020, many of us had to quickly learn how to use Zoom on our computers,
tablets, and smartphones. It’s been a great way to communicate with family and friends as well as a way to handle virtual appointments with doctors, banks, and others. Scammers know how popular Zoom is and have started sending out emails, texts, and messages on social media claiming that your Zoom account has been compromised or suspended. In the message, the scammer generally includes a link to “fix” your account or listen to the message. The problem is that the link is fake. It’s a way for the scammer to get malicious software onto your computer with the end goal of stealing your personal information. If you suspect your Zoom account has been compromised, never click a link in an email, text, or social media message. Go directly to Zoom and update your password information there directly.
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