Derval O'Rourke: The importance of hydration and tips for drinking enough water

Our bodies are 60% water so even a slight bit of dehydration can impact how we function
Derval O'Rourke: The importance of hydration and tips for drinking enough water

Water is the key to wellness. 

If there is one thing that will guarantee the right start to a healthy lifestyle, it’s water. When the body is dehydrated we often confuse this feeling with hunger and instead of giving the body what it needs, we cause the body to slow down and feel sluggish. This week I’m chatting about staying hydrated and recipewise I have a simple way to add flavour to your water.

Believe it or not, hydration gives the body so much energy. When you are properly hydrated, you have more energy, can concentrate better, snack less between meals and best of all your mood is better. Our bodies are 60% water so even a slight bit of dehydration can impact how we function.

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