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The Big-Time Benefits of Hydration

July 25, 2022

While we all grasp the importance of hydration on a fundamental level, the benefits of hydration consistency are sometimes brushed aside in the shuffle of daily life. We’ve all heard the “drink a gallon of water a day” rule, but how many of us are actually keeping up on our daily fluid intake?

Benefits of Hydration

A whopping 60% of the human body is comprised of water. So, it makes sense that the benefits of hydration are wide-reaching, impacting various facets of how our bodies operate. Here are a few key examples of the benefits of staying hydrated (Healthline):

  • Better brain functionality
  • Better athletic performance
  • Easier bowel movements
  • Preventing hangovers

Signs of Dehydration In Adults

It may help to know some of the different signs of dehydration in adults. Here are a few ones to be on the lookout for, courtesy of Medical News Today:

  • Dark urine
  • Lack of energy
  • Confusion
  • Rapid heartbeat and/or breathing
  • Dry Skin
Dry skin on a pair of hands, a sign of dehydration in adults.
A gallon of water to stay hydrated with.

How Many Water Bottles Should I Drink a Day?

Common sense tells us that this answer will vary based on weight and relevant medical conditions. For a general rule of thumb though, Mayo Clinic recommends the average woman consume 11.5 cups per day (or 2.7 liters) and the average man consume 15.5 cups per day (or 3.7 liters). For men, this comes out to just shy of a gallon of water a day.

How Long Does It Take To Rehydrate?

This all depends on how dehydrated a person actually is. Minor dehydration can be reversed in about 45 minutes. In order for someone to get fully rehydrated after moderate to more intense dehydration, however, it takes time. This can require being hooked up to IV fluids and monitored by medical staff for up to 24 hours in some of the worst cases.

What Is the Fastest Way to Cure Dehydration?

With so many clear benefits of hydration consistency, everyone from elite athletes to those who are simply conscious of their wellness are looking for ways to optimize their hydration levels. In this frenzy of innovation, IV hydration has emerged as the quickest way to hydrate the human body. But how does it work?

What Is IV Hydration Therapy?

IV fluid absorption is actually pretty straightforward. That’s not to say that properly administering an IV is simple or doesn’t need to be taken seriously (more on the importance of physician oversight below).

  • Step 1: When you arrive at your chosen medspa or IV therapy clinic or schedule online, you choose from a list of ingredient packages with various vitamins and nutrients.
  • Step 2: Ideally, the doctor and you discuss your medical history and goals for your IV hydration.
  • Step 3: You experience the immediate benefits of hydration as the doctor inserts your IV.
  • Step 4: You relax while listening to music, reading, or chatting with friends.
  • Step 5: You go about your day with an extra pep in your step!

Perhaps the biggest benefit of IV fluids is that they hit the bloodstream instantly, providing immediate absorption. This is why medical professionals turn to IV fluid administration in severe cases of dehydration.

IV hydration therapy essentially takes this treatment out of the hospitals. It asks the question: Hey, what if we DIDN’T wait to get dangerously dehydrated before experiencing the maximum benefits of hydration?

A doctor prepares to give a woman in a massage chair a vitamin c infusion of iv therapy inside a seafoam green office.

Is It Safe?

Absolutely! IV drips are completely safe under the expert care of a doctor in a physician-run medspa. Assuming a medically-licensed doctor is running your treatment, you’ll get safe and speedy access to the benefits of hydration along with a concentrated surge of nutrients and vitamins that will have you feeling super in minutes.

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