How do you figure out how much water your body needs? We’re always being told 8 cups a day is the golden rule for hydration, but does that apply to everyone? Today we’re digging a little deeper with Whitley Atkins, who conducts research in thermoregulation and hydration. We’ll be covering: -Whitleys very simple (and scientific) strategy for determining your hydration needs -The signs and symptoms of poor hydration (there are more than you think) -The surprising truth about whether or not coffee is ACTUALLY a diuretic -Why the 64 ounces of water per day equation doesn’t work for everyone -Whether or not feeling thirsty means “it’s too late” when it comes to dehydration -If it’s EVER possible for thirst to be mistaken for hunger -Practical things you can start doing TODAY to get more hydration -& MORE! For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. HOOKUP CODES: -Beauty Counter: For a limited time, new customers can get FREE SHIPPING on your first purchase of $100 or more at beautycounter.com with promo code FOODHEAVEN Resources: Hydrationcheck.com Whitley’s Twitter Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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