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Make Your Cravings Disappear — With Water
Did you know that your body can mistake thirst for hunger? As it turns out, a great way to curb cravings isn’t with food at all. It’s with water. Most people need a minimum of eight, 8-ounce glasses of water each day for optimal health, but physically active nurses may need more.
Without enough water, you may feel tired, foggy, or dizzy — and experience headaches or constipation.
Your Action for Today
Ensure you’re drinking enough water throughout the day to meet your body’s needs. Try these strategies:
You can track your water intake on an app or in a food journal. You can also motivate yourself and your unit or team to drink more water by starting a hydration challenge at work.
Join us on day 9: A sneak peek - Explore effective ways to reprogram your craving patterns.
Missed day 7? Catch up here.
Did you know that your body can mistake thirst for hunger? As it turns out, a great way to curb cravings isn’t with food at all. It’s with water. Most people need a minimum of eight, 8-ounce glasses of water each day for optimal health, but physically active nurses may need more.
Without enough water, you may feel tired, foggy, or dizzy — and experience headaches or constipation.
Your Action for Today
Ensure you’re drinking enough water throughout the day to meet your body’s needs. Try these strategies:
- Set a daily goal: Aim for a glass (8 ounces) of water each hour. Set a timer to keep yourself on track until it becomes a habit.
- Drink a glass before each meal: This hack makes you feel fuller faster and can lead to decreased food intake.
- Use a visual reminder: Always keep a reusable water bottle nearby. It serves as a visual cue to drink more water.
- Punch up the flavor: Add variety to your water with infused fruits or herbs. Alternate spring water with sparkling water.
You can track your water intake on an app or in a food journal. You can also motivate yourself and your unit or team to drink more water by starting a hydration challenge at work.
Join us on day 9: A sneak peek - Explore effective ways to reprogram your craving patterns.
Missed day 7? Catch up here.
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