1. Start your day with 2 cups of water, not coffee or tea. We tend to be a bit dehydrated after several hours of sleep, and this is one of the reasons why we often experience mental slowness upon arising, even after getting adequate rest. Although coffee and tea temporarily [...]
The short answer is No. The better answer is somewhat complicated. In-depth scientific research about hydration is surprisingly limited1. That said, much can be concluded from what is already known. The popular rule of thumb to drink 8 cups of water per day is actually an underestimate for most adults, [...]
Potassium is a very important mineral for the proper function of all cells, tissues, and organs in the human body. Potassium is classified as an essential mineral for human health. It is also an electrolyte, a substance that conducts electricity in the body, along with sodium, chloride, calcium, and magnesium. [...]
Magnesium, an abundant mineral in the body, is naturally present in many foods, added to other food products, available as a dietary supplement, and present in some medicines (such as antacids and laxatives). Magnesium is classified as an essential mineral for human health, and it circulates in blood and plasma [...]
Calcium, the most abundant mineral in the body, is found in some foods, added to others, available as a dietary supplement, and present in some medicines (such as antacids). Calcium is an essential mineral for human health, and circulates in blood and plasma as an electrolyte. It is required for [...]
