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Is drinking water first thing in the morning as important as everyone says?

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[–] lurch@sh.itjust.works 4 points 3 weeks ago (2 children)

you thirsty? -> yes. very important

[–] faizalr@fedia.io 2 points 3 weeks ago (1 children)
[–] lurch@sh.itjust.works 4 points 3 weeks ago

old people may feel less thirst. if you're old, you should hydrate a bit extra, just to be safe

https://health.clevelandclinic.org/drink-up-dehydration-is-an-often-overlooked-health-risk-for-seniors

[–] otter@lemmy.dbzer0.com 2 points 3 weeks ago

Are you not thirsty? Think again. Drink water.

[–] Deestan@lemmy.world 2 points 1 week ago

Assuming this as a question of timing, not general hydration.

In the morning, while waking up it can take a while to notice how hungry, thirsty, etc you are. If you are dehydrated, it takes longer to wake up, and to notice you need water. :) Drinking a tiny bit of water will solve that faster.

If you plan on but struggle to eat breakfast, a small glass of water can "wake up" the system so to speak. Helps for some!