A simple rule of thumb is half your body weight in ounces. It’s safe to say most people probably aren’t drinking that much, and almost no one is drinking too much. “But how do I actually do it?” Here are a few tips to help you make the change: Eat more vegetables. They’ve got water built in. Make your total consumption visible. Fill a large bottle with your daily goal amount, and try to finish it all in a day. Something that holds 2 litres is a good place to start. Tie water to another habit. Making your morning coffee? Drink a glass of water. Having a glass of wine? Drink a glass of water. Taking a bathroom break? Drink a glass of water. Replace another beverage with water. Drink water instead of pop, alcohol, coffee, juice or milk.

Dr. Ruth Hitchcock, East St. Paul Family Chiropractic
www.espfamilychiro.com