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With working from home becoming increasingly common, and potentially even the mainstream work model in the future, many people feel more tired despite being able to work in the familiar comfort of their homes. If you've tried to maintain the same work-rest rhythm as when you're in the office, but fatigue still lingers, try "drinking more water"! Especially in the summer heat, you can sweat profusely even while sitting still. If you don't drink enough water, you're more likely to experience fatigue and discomfort.

Adequate hydration is key to maintaining bodily functions.

The human body is composed of approximately 701 TP4T, which is water. The normal functioning of all organs depends on water. Once the body is dehydrated, organ function may become abnormal. For example, prolonged fatigue may be caused by dehydration, which obstructs blood circulation, preventing blood from being smoothly delivered to the brain and thus causing lethargy. Long-term dehydration may also have a negative impact on memory.

Therefore, adequate hydration not only maintains smooth bodily circulation but also helps eliminate waste. Although most people know that drinking water is good for their health, many choose bubble tea as a substitute because plain water tastes bland. However, while this replenishes fluids, it also leads to an excessive intake of calories and sugar, thus increasing the burden on the body.

Five ingredients to help you easily increase your water intake and enjoy health benefits.

To develop a habit of drinking more water and also enhance the nutritional value of your drinking water, try adding the following 5 ingredients:

1. Peppermint leaves

Simply place fresh mint leaves directly into water to make refreshing mint water, which not only tastes cool but also promotes intestinal peristalsis. In their book, *100 Effective Recipes for Soothing the Mind and Restoring Health: Personal Experiences of Dr. Mizue Ishikawa, a Japanese Medical Doctor! Improve Your Constitution and Get Rid of Minor Ailments!*, Dr. Mizue Ishikawa, a renowned nutritionist, and Dr. Keiko Iwasaki, mention that adding mint leaves, lemon juice, and honey to hot water is effective in relieving sore throats.

2. Lemon juice

Lemons are rich in vitamin C, which can not only increase beneficial bacteria in the gut but also help...defecationThe citric acid it contains can also improve the body's absorption of calcium, helping to preserve bone health. A Japanese study conducted on women aged 36 to 59 found that those who drank 150 ml of lemon juice three times a day (morning, noon, and evening) for three months experienced an increase in bone density in 80% of them.

3. Small cucumbers

Cucumber containsfolate、Vitamin CIt contains vitamin K, as well as various minerals such as calcium, magnesium, and potassium, which can effectively replenish water, and also have the effects of nourishing the skin, beautifying the complexion, and reducing inflammation, making it an excellent choice for hydration in summer.

4. Honey

Honey has long been considered a food with both nutritional and medicinal properties, often used to improve indigestion, constipation, weak spleen and stomach, and dry cough. The oligosaccharides in honey can promote the growth of beneficial bacteria in the gut, achieving the effects of intestinal regulation and enhanced immunity. At the same time, it is also rich in nutrients such as flavonoids, flavonols, and flavanols, which have antioxidant effects. However, it should be noted that honey is still essentially a sugar and should not be used as the main source of water throughout the day, otherwise it can easily lead to excessive calorie intake. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), daily refined sugar intake should be less than 51 TP4T of total calories. Based on this, the recommended daily honey intake for women is about 1 tablespoon, and for men, it is 1 to 1.5 tablespoons.

5. Dried plums

Summer's high temperatures easily lead to heatstroke, and the body also tends to accumulate dampness. Traditional Chinese medicine practitioner Wu Mingzhu suggests placing a preserved plum in warm water, allowing it to slowly release its sweet and sour flavor. Drinking this not only replenishes fluids but also helps relieve heat, making it a simple way to prevent heatstroke in summer.