November 2022

The title of this post sounds cheesy, I know.

But it’s true and I couldn’t be more serious!

Yeah yeah yeah, we all know it’s important to drink water.

But I think there’s a lot of you who don’t realize that drinking water is key to solving so many problems in our lives that we might think are completely unrelated to our hydration.

Let’s talk about some of things that are causing us to feel UNHAPPY – and how drinking more water can quite literally solve those issues; because I’ll say it again…

Hydration is Happiness!

Acne

Did you know that when you have dry skin, it actually triggers your skin to produce excess oil? The production of excess oil is one of the main causes of acne. Because drinking water promotes skin hydration, less excess oil is produced by your skin, resulting in a way to prevent acne.

Wrinkles

Since we’re already on the topic of skin… Just like the way that drinking water helps to prevent acne, it also helps to prevent wrinkles and premature aging. Think about it: the more water you drink, the more hydrated your skin will be. People who drink large amounts of water have shown to suffer from less wrinkles and scarring – because their skin is hydrated, moisturized, and plump.

Trouble focusing

Water cushions your brain and other important body tissues. The amount of water you drink takes a toll on the way that you brain functions. When you’re dehydrated, your brain has a harder time focusing, reasoning, and solving problems.

Stomach issues

Your body depends on water in order to digest properly. Being dehydrated can lead to all types of unfortunate issues such as constipation, heartburn, and stomach ulcers.

Weight

Drinking more water actually helps the process of weight loss. For those trying to eat lighter meals or snack less throughout the day, try “preloading” by drinking water before eating. Drinking more water helps to give you the feeling of being “full”. Plus, if you’re drinking more water all day, you’re likely drinking less sugary juices and sodas.

There are probably a million more examples of how hydration can bring you more happiness, but this is a good start!

Having trouble making a habit out of drinking more water?

Save or screenshot this image that I created and set it as the wallpaper on your phone or computer as motivation and a daily reminder to keep on drinking water throughout the day.

Keep chugging and you’ll be on your way to a happier and healthier self 😉

It’s that time of year. The season of stuffy noses, sore throats, head colds, and the flu has arrived and it’s ready to hit us all full force.

It’s also that time of year when we are typically the busiest. Let’s be real – We have busy lives and have no time to be sick.

There are many little tricks to help keep us healthy and tackle gross colds and flus head on – but, let’s not overwhelm ourselves and go in total health-freak mode…

Here is a handful of the easiest and most effective tricks for you to put into practice starting right now.

Good Hygiene

This one should be a no-brainer, but it really is one of the most important. Washing your hands often throughout the day is critical. When you’re at work, when you get back from the grocery store, after pumping gas, handling cash, and basically after being anywhere out in public.

Keep a hand sanitizer in your vehicle to kill the germs and potential viruses when you’re out and about.

Drink More Water

Maybe you already think you drink enough water – challenge yourself and drink more. Not only does water help to flush out toxins and cleanse our body system, but it also carries essential nutrients to our body cells.

Check out my post Hydration IS Happiness for more info on why staying hydrated can literally change your life and make you happier and healthier than you’ve ever been. Plus, cheats on how to follow through and make drinking more water the simplest habit.

Vitamin D

If you’re luckier than I am, you live in a place where the sun still often shines in the winter. I however am from Wisconsin, where during the winter months, gray and white snowy skies are all I get on a daily basis.

If you can, get out and enjoy sunshine whenever you can. Vitamin D is essential for our immune system. Aside from being a physical savior for our bodies, Vitamin D can help keep our mental in check during what is usually the most stressful and depressing time of the year. Vitamin D is actually required to regulate our mood.

Not able to see the sunshine as often as you’d like? There are Vitamin D nutritional supplements that can be taken daily to make sure you are getting enough Vitamin D that your body and mind need to help keep you healthy and happy.

Sleep

This is my favorite because I love any excuse for me to take a little power nap during the day or hit the hay early. Sleep is a non-negotiable for staying healthy; studies prove that those who do not get enough rest catch more illnesses and viruses. Bonus: Not only does sleep keep your immune system healthy, sleeping also burns calories and eliminates stress hormones.

Exercise

I’ve shared with you my most favorite trick, I might as well share my least favorite.

I’ll be honest, I definitely don’t love exercise. I wish I was a gym rat lol. But there are simpler ways to stay active that I actually do enjoy… exercises such as yoga on my living room floor, jumping jacks and squats while I binge my favorite TV show, and a walk around the block are all things that help to boost my immune system from winter sicknesses.

There you have it – a handful of simple tricks to help keep seasonal colds and flus away during these next few months.

If you haven’t already, I really recommend checking out Hydration IS Happiness to quite literally change your life with the easiest and healthiest habit you can form for yourself.

That’s all for now. Stay warm and healthy my friends!