Why it matters (quick science): Even ~1–2% dehydration can slow thinking, sour mood, and dull skin. Rehydration restores blood volume → brain runs smoother.
How to do it (3 steps):
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Keep a bottle in sight.
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Sip on schedule (class change, after bathroom, before practice).
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Boost flavour so you actually drink it.
5 Flavour Boosts:
💡 Lemon/lime + mint
💡 Frozen berries
💡 Cucumber + ginger
💡 Orange wheels + cinnamon stick
💡 Splash of 100% juice + cold water
DIY Electrolyte (workouts/hot days):
500 ml total = 250 ml water + 250 ml coconut water + juice of ½ lemon/orange + tiny pinch of salt + 1–2 tsp honey. Shake, chill.
Troubleshooting:
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“Water is boring” → rotate two flavour combos; use a straw bottle.
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“I forget” → set alarms named “Sip Check.”
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“Bathroom passes are a pain” → front-load AM intake; sip, don’t chug.
Checklist:
✔️ Bottle in sight
✔️ Sip cue each class change
✔️ Flavor add-ins prepped
✔️ Extra on practice days
Mini-Guide (save/share):
Target: 6–8 cups/day (more with heat/sport).
Check your 🚽: pale straw = on track.







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