In today's fast-paced world, where digital screens have become an integral part of our lives, it is crucial to prioritize our eye health. While most of us are aware of the harmful effects of excessive screen time on our eyes, we often overlook two fundamental factors that play a significant role in maintaining optimal eye health: sleep and hydration. The Restorative Power of Sleep Quality sleep is essential for the overall well-being of our bodies, including our eyes. During sleep, our bodies undergo crucial restorative processes that help repair and rejuvenate various organs, including the ey ..read more

This Mental Health Awareness Month (MHAM) we’re sharing how hydration is connected with mental health. If you're concerned about your mental health, it's important to talk to your doctor. They can help you to identify any underlying causes of your symptoms and develop a treatment plan. Hydration and Mental Health Water is essential for life, and it plays a vital role in our mental health as well. When we're dehydrated, our brains don't function as well, and we're more likely to experience mood swings, anxiety, and depression. How Hydration Affects Mental Health Our body is made up of about 60 ..read more

Millions of people in the U.S. currently suffer from digestive disorders. One of the most common forms is Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). The most common forms of IBD are Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis, which impact about three million adults in the U.S. But over the past few years, Crohn's diagnoses have increased dramatically.  "I really honestly feel that in the last ten years, it has gotten completely out of control," says Dr. Bhavna Vaidya Physician and Owner of Regenesis MD.  What is Crohn's Disease? Those living with inflammatory bowel disease, specifically Crohn's ..read more

If you want to jumpstart your hydration game this year and stay healthy, consider checking your serum sodium levels. That's because sodium levels in the body significantly affect aging, disease risk, and even how hydrated you are. This blog post will explore how blood sodium levels and hydration impact your health. Is your Serum Sodium Level Above or Below 42? Serum sodium levels in the body measure the amount of sodium and water in the bloodstream, indicating how hydrated you are. You may be susceptible to adverse health outcomes when you are not adequately hydrated and serum sodium levels e ..read more

Are you a fan of the WaterTok trend on TikTok? While the flavored water combinations are certainly delicious and enjoyable, it's important to remember the importance of staying hydrated with electrolytes, especially if you lead an active lifestyle. That's where products like LMNT come in. By opting for a drink mix over other sugary and artificial electrolyte drinks, you can stay hydrated, support your immune system, and boost your energy while still enjoying a delicious flavor.  LMNT is a tasty electrolyte drink mix that is made with all-natural ingredients, including real fruit juice and ..read more

Everyone knows the many benefits that come with having a healthy body weight. Think improved sleep, better mental health, and not to mention fitting into those favorite pair of jeans.  For many, losing weight isn't always easy, and strict diets and workout routines don't consistently deliver desired results. Regardless, about 45 percent of the global population is actively trying to lose weight.  Listen to your Hunger Cues Leptin and Ghrelin, the hormones that control your appetite, are working around the clock to ensure you function at your best. Their main job is to signal your b ..read more

Every day millions of U.S. employees commit countless hours to ensure corporate competitiveness. On average, we work about 1,767 hours each year. That much dedication and hard work can build up a serious thirst.  Yet surprisingly, over half of the people living in the U.S. are chronically dehydrated.  Dehydration and Poor Worker Performance In a survey of 1,000 American workers, only 23 percent drank enough water while at work daily. This is a huge problem as our brains are made up of as much as 75 percent water. Dehydration can affect individuals in the workplace just as much as wo ..read more

Vigor means possessing physical strength, good health, energy, and enthusiasm. Unfortunately, many of us lack the vigor and vitality needed to live our lives to the fullest. Many things affect how vigorous you feel in your day-to-day life, specifically sleep quality, diet, your level of physical activity, and your ability to regulate stress.      Hydration also affects how vigorous you feel.  But the problem is that we're just not drinking enough water. This means that dehydration is a bit of an epidemic.  About three in every four Americans are chronically deh ..read more

The answer is not as definitive as some might think. "Because every person, and therefore their body, is different, it can be challenging to pinpoint the exact amount of water someone should be drinking. Someone's height, weight, temperature, and activity change day to day, week to week, and no two people have the same routine or schedule," says Jay Woody, MD, emergency room physician, chief medical officer of Intuitive Health, and a co-founder of Legacy ER & Urgent Care. As you might know, proper hydration is the key nutrient to various other health pillars within our bodies. Keeping pr ..read more

The journey of water once it enters your body is quite a complex process and it impacts many different organs and aspects of your body. Every bodily function, from digestion to cognition to cellular function, depends on proper hydration levels. Where does the water exactly go to and how does it impact your organs as it begins its long journey throughout your body? Step One: The Mouth As soon as water enters your mouth, it goes to work in helping to produce saliva. This wet, slightly mucousy liquid is mostly water and does more than guard against dry mouth.   Salvia is the first ste ..read more