Hydration Hacks: How to Drink More Water (Without the Plastic Guilt)
We all know we should drink more water. It's essential for energy, focus, and well-being. Staying hydrated is one of the simplest, most impactful ways to care for your health.
That’s where sustainable hydration habits come in. With a few mindful changes, you can stay healthy and hydrated without relying on plastic bottles that end up filling oceans and polluting ecosystems.
Ready to sip smarter? Here are 7 hydration hacks that’ll boost your water intake and reduce your plastic footprint.
1️⃣ Find a Reusable Bottle You Love 🫶
Choose a reusable bottle that suits your lifestyle. The first step toward better hydration is having a bottle you enjoy using on the go.
🛡️ Stainless steel for long-lasting insulation (great for keeping water cold all day).
🧼 Glass for purity and the cleanest taste
2️⃣ Set a Daily Goal and Track It 📲
Hydration goals help build consistency. Most adults need at least 2-3 liters per day, but that varies depending on activity level and climate.
You can use a hydration app, or if you're more old-school, try the rubber band method: place bands around your bottle and remove one with each refill. Simple and effective.
3️⃣ Flavor It Naturally 🍋🥒
Not a fan of plain water? Try infusing your water with natural ingredients, which is best done on the go in our glass infuser bottles. For example, you can use:
🍓 Berries and oranges for a fruity burst.
🥒 Cucumber and mint for cooling.
🍋 Lemon or lime for digestion.
4️⃣ Anchor the Habit 🧠
Link drinking water with routines you already have. This makes it easier to remember without needing a constant reminder.
🪥 Drink a full glass after brushing your teeth.
📞 Sip during phone calls or Zoom meetings.
☕ Alternate every cup of coffee or tea with a glass of water.
5️⃣ Keep It Visible 👀
Leave your bottle in plain sight. Visibility helps create consistency.
Keep your bottle where you’ll see it often:
💻 On your desk while working.
🚗 In your car’s cup holder.
👜 Inside your bag while out and about
6️⃣ Ditch the Plastic (For Good) 🚫
Single-use plastic bottles might be convenient, but they come with a heavy cost:
- They take over 400 years to decompose.
- Many end up in oceans, harming marine life.
- Microplastics from degraded bottles enter our water and food supply.
Choosing a reusable bottle is a small change with a major impact. It’s a daily act of care and attention that helps the planet while keeping you healthy.
7️⃣ Keep a Backup Bottle 🔁
Have one at home, one at work, for example. Keep the times when you have no choice but to grab plastic to a minimum.
🌟 Small Changes, Big Impact
Hydration is self-care, and with a reusable bottle, it’s planet care too. 💧🌎