Recently, I’ve been really paying attention to my water consumption. Especially first thing in the morning.

Do you ever wake up with a dry mouth? Do you ever wake up feeling groggy? Do you have bags under your eyes when you get out of your bed?

If you answered yes to any of the questions, then your body is crying for more water.

Since we lose quite a bit of water when we sleep – or at least I do because I sleep with my mouth open, which means I lose water through breath vapor – it’s helpful to replenish your body’s water stores first thing in the morning.

My morning routine now sees me polish off 1 L of water before I do anything else. It’s amazing how good it makes you feel shortly thereafter and it really hits home the point that many of our fatigue and energy issues can be solved by drinking more water.

So go ahead, try it for yourself and feel the difference.