A Pep Talk For Water-Drinking Haters | The Odyssey Online
Start writing a post
Health and Wellness

A Pep Talk For Water-Drinking Haters

If you hate drinking water, this article is for you.

398
A Pep Talk For Water-Drinking Haters
Stocksnap

I've always been envious of my friends that seem to always have a craving, or at least a desire to drink water. Since I was little, I never had the urge to drink water unless I was really dehydrated, and I could usually get though the day drinking as little as a cup of water, about half of which was to swallow my allergy pills morning and night. I knew that drinking so little had to be unhealthy, and has been proven as such by numerous doctors across the world, but staying hydrated was such a chore. Now, not to say it still isn't, but there are a few options and tricks to make your life a little bit easier, since I know you all know the zillion benefits to drinking water. Now, I won't lie to you, it does stink having to run to the bathroom 3942890 a day, but the pros definitely outweigh the cons.




1. Pace Yourself

Personally, I find that I drink less water when I drink out of an average 16 oz water bottle than say, a 50 oz water bottle. I set a pace for myself. My classes at college usually run from 9-6, and since the average amount of water you should drink is 64 oz of water each day, if I drank the large bottle by the end of my school day, I could return home to drink just one more bottle, and I was done for the day. This was also helpful because I no longer found myself chugging to make up for the day before bed, inherently waking up many times a night to run to the bathroom. For others, counting down the number of times they refill works better than the daunting larger bottles, but this seems to work for me.



2. Check Out Water Drinking Apps

Nowadays, hydration has become a topic of many health-related articles, so if you aren't finding much progress with pacing yourself, try investing in apps that set reminders throughout the day to drink water. There are probably a few free options as well, but try a few and see what works best for you.


3. Buy a Hydration Tracking Water Bottle

Hidrate Spark® has invented a tracking water bottle that blinks when you are due to drink. It does not beep, so you can sit with this handy gadget in class or at work. This bottle may frustrate you in its' usefulness, but it is sure to keep you well.



4. Make Water Eventful

Some days, when I am having a really tough water day, I grab some lemon or lime juice and squirt a bit in to liven the taste. Tea is another option, especially herbals that do not contain caffeine (which can dehydrate some, causing a diuretic effect).



No matter what you choose or how you go about it, water keeps you healthy, energetic, and increases both your metabolism and immune system, fending off illnesses and making weight loss more effective and efficient on and for your body.

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Featured

15 Mind-Bending Riddles

Hopefully they will make you laugh.

179015
 Ilistrated image of the planet and images of questions
StableDiffusion

I've been super busy lately with school work, studying, etc. Besides the fact that I do nothing but AP chemistry and AP economics, I constantly think of stupid questions that are almost impossible to answer. So, maybe you could answer them for me, and if not then we can both wonder what the answers to these 15 questions could be.

Keep Reading...Show less
Entertainment

Most Epic Aurora Borealis Photos: October 2024

As if May wasn't enough, a truly spectacular Northern Lights show lit up the sky on Oct. 10, 2024

6207
stunning aurora borealis display over a forest of trees and lake
StableDiffusion

From sea to shining sea, the United States was uniquely positioned for an incredible Aurora Borealis display on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024, going into Friday, Oct. 11.

It was the second time this year after an historic geomagnetic storm in May 2024. Those Northern Lights were visible in Europe and North America, just like this latest rendition.

Keep Reading...Show less
 silhouette of a woman on the beach at sunrise
StableDiffusion

Content warning: This article contains descriptions of suicide/suicidal thoughts.

When you are feeling down, please know that there are many reasons to keep living.

Keep Reading...Show less
Relationships

Power of Love Letters

I don't think I say it enough...

451775
Illistrated image of a letter with 2 red hearts
StableDiffusion

To My Loving Boyfriend,

  • Thank you for all that you do for me
  • Thank you for working through disagreements with me
  • Thank you for always supporting me
  • I appreciate you more than words can express
  • You have helped me grow and become a better person
  • I can't wait to see where life takes us next
  • I promise to cherish every moment with you
  • Thank you for being my best friend and confidante
  • I love you and everything you do

To start off, here's something I don't say nearly enough: thank you. Thank you, thank you, thank you from the bottom of my heart. You do so much for me that I can't even put into words how much I appreciate everything you do - and have done - for me over the course of our relationship so far. While every couple has their fair share of tiffs and disagreements, thank you for getting through all of them with me and making us a better couple at the other end. With any argument, we don't just throw in the towel and say we're done, but we work towards a solution that puts us in a greater place each day. Thank you for always working with me and never giving up on us.

Keep Reading...Show less
Lifestyle

11 Signs You Grew Up In Hauppauge, NY

Because no one ever really leaves.

22896
Map of Hauppauge, New York
Google

Ah, yes, good old Hauppauge. We are that town in the dead center of Long Island that barely anyone knows how to pronounce unless they're from the town itself or live in a nearby area. Hauppauge is home to people of all kinds. We always have new families joining the community but honestly, the majority of the town is filled with people who never leave (high school alumni) and elders who have raised their kids here. Around the town, there are some just some landmarks and places that only the people of Hauppauge will ever understand the importance or even the annoyance of.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments