Let’s be honest: plain water can taste like nothing. So hack it. Throw in some lemon slices, frozen berries, cucumber, or mint. Suddenly, it’s a spa drink.
Use a fun water bottle with a straw. There’s actual science that says sipping from a straw makes you drink more. (No, really—it’s like a game.)
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Set a phone reminder or get a bottle with time markers. By 10 a.m., you should be at the “9 a.m.” line. It’s like beating a personal record, but for hydration.
The “Too Much” Trap
Is it possible to drink too much? Yes, but it’s rare. Chugging gallons in an hour can mess with your salt balance, causing a condition called hyponatremia.
But you’d have to try really, really hard. Like, a competitive chugging contest hard. For most teens, the bigger risk is not drinking enough.
Your body is smart—it will tell you when it’s had enough. Listen to that little gurgle.
