I need to drink more water-- help!

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  • terrappyn
    terrappyn Posts: 324 Member
    A straw for some reason works for me too. I also try to make it a game. I try to beat my last intake by a little. If I drink 20 ounces then I will try to drink 24 the next time around. Also, change your cups til you find one that doesn't feel like the task is so daunting.
  • marycmeadows
    marycmeadows Posts: 1,691 Member
    just drink it. it's really not that hard to get down a measley 8 cups of water a day. lost of people add fruit to their water if they don't like the taste - but I suggest you just learn to like it - or just do it - just like anything else you make yourself do (i.e. workout, eat healthy, etc)..... crystal light is also an option. I drink 15-20 cups of water a day - plain ol' water. If I want something bubbly I drink sparkling water - fruity flavored - from wal mart. :)
  • IronmanPanda
    IronmanPanda Posts: 2,083 Member
    I will direct you to this wonderfully helpful post. Thanks to this advice I have been able to drink more water then I ever thought possible.

    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/649350-danny-s-tips-on-drinking-more-water
  • digitaljdr
    digitaljdr Posts: 50 Member
    I bought two plastic BPA free water cups and keep one in the office at work and one at home. I became addicted to the hawaiian punch drink mix that is sugar free. I seriously have boxes of them in my desk at work and at home in the cupboard. One thing I notice is that I have to have it cold, I dislike warm water.

    Hope this helps.
  • Melanie_RS
    Melanie_RS Posts: 417 Member
    you could always set yourself up for a week of depriving yourself of water until you're so thirsty it becomes a rewarding experience for you. then you'll always pair it with relief and you'll enjoy it.

    :D

    or just eat a lot of cucumbers and water logged foods. or just do little sips at a time. it doesn't have to be this big chugging, water logging competition every day.
  • Tracy_03311981
    Tracy_03311981 Posts: 80
    I also have a small aversion to water, after drinking it my throat gets dry and it drives me crazy, but I have to push through cause I know I have to drink at least 8 cups a day.
    At my desk at work I keep a bottle with a straw, which I think everyone agrees is easier to drink with a straw cause you get more with a sip. I also just put plain old lemon juice in it to give it some flavor.
    I absolutely can't stand artificial sweeteners so I avoid the crystal lights and the like, but I think if you put some fruit in it it will help as well.

    :)
  • bpwparents
    bpwparents Posts: 359 Member
    The straw has helped me immensely. That being said, when I 1st started MFP 2 months ago I had the same aversion to water that I wanted to overcome. I would feel quezzy that first week but still made myself drink it. 2 months later the water is 2nd nature. I'm predominently drinking just water. Once you get through that 1st week, hopefully you'll be through that hurdle. Good luck!
  • CandeesLand
    CandeesLand Posts: 200
    Add a thinly sliced apple and a cinnamon stick to a pitcher, fill halfway with ice and then fill with water. Let it sit in the fridge for about 30 minutes and then enjoy. I also prefer water that has been filtered and I drink out of a large water bottle.
  • HeavyLiftGirl
    HeavyLiftGirl Posts: 1,267 Member
    When eating, try taking a mouthful of water after every bite. It might seem tedious at first, but it'll become a habit soon...you'll be surprised how much you can drink that way.
    This is an awesome idea. Thanks!
  • HeavyLiftGirl
    HeavyLiftGirl Posts: 1,267 Member
    Add a thinly sliced apple and a cinnamon stick to a pitcher, fill halfway with ice and then fill with water. Let it sit in the fridge for about 30 minutes and then enjoy. I also prefer water that has been filtered and I drink out of a large water bottle.
    This sounds delicious. I definite MUST try!

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