How To Actually Drink More Water Every Day (Even If You Hate It)

As a nutritionist, people constantly ask me what's the best supplement, food, or superfood they should include to achieve optimal health.

It's easy to get caught up in trying to find the perfect product, but we often miss one of the most crucial parts of our diet: good old-fashioned water.

You probably already know that about 70 percent of the human body is made up of water, and it’s absolutely essential to human life. Water is like a liquid shuttle that transports elements like nutrients, proteins, hormones, and other chemical signals to where they’re needed most in our bodies.

And yet many of us are dehydrated and don’t even know it, suffering from a number of health conditions when a few extra glasses of water might make a world of difference. After all, water helps to reduce pain, diminishes hunger, keeps our poop flowing, and sweeps toxins away.

But what do you do if you struggle to drink enough water on a daily basis, whether it's because you hate it or find it utterly boring?

If you can’t stand the taste of water, the type of water you’re drinking could be the culprit. Chemicals that cities add to water, such as chlorine and fluoride, can influence the flavor of water as well as interfere with our health.

For a quick flavor fix, add a few drops of food-grade essential oil to your water pitcher. This allows you to glean the flavor and health benefits if you’re not in the mood to chop fresh fruits and vegetables, or if your favorites are out of season.

Everyday fruits and vegetables are loaded with water — so if you’re consuming plenty of plants you’ll have no trouble meeting your daily water quota.

Transform drinking water from a dull task into an enjoyable treat by having fun with it! Pour any of the above water suggestions into your fanciest wineglass and sip with elegance (and maybe a friend or two). Let’s try to infuse our daily life and health with more fun!