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For trying to remember to have all the water I need for the day I set out 8 glasses water or bottles for on the go hydration, on the counter and through out the day I fill one up and drink it as I do my daily tasks. Sometimes I will pre place in the glass things like the instant Crystal Light or other instant drinks so my water can be fancied up! I learned how important water was when dropping from 235 to 160 lbs! So I never forget my daily needs for water!

I am often running around and I used to forget to drink. It took a trip to the ER to get the point across that I should try to remain hydrated at all times. I now carry a liter bottle of water with me and when it's empty I refill it. Three a day for me! I also love to add the flavor packets to mix up the taste a bit. Plain water is rather boring!

I don't really like the taste of water and have a difficult time getting my 6-8 glasses per day. I rely on Crystal Light to get the amount that I need. My favorite is iced tea.

i've used crystal light for years and that's the only reason i can drink my daily water; so much better than plain water

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I drink a lot of water. I do flavor my water, from time to time, with lemon. This adds vitamin c too! It is good to stay hydrated!

I make my water bottle my number 3 priority when leaving the house, and refill it as often as possible.....

I also add Crystal Light to my water. I drink alot any way and the great taste of Crystal Light just makes it so much easier to remember to stay hydrated! Crystal Light IS my well known secret!

I love adding lemon, orange, or even cucumber to my water for some extra flavor!

I stay hydrated by keeping a jug of cold water with a spout in the fridge to get enough!

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I remember to stay hydrated because I have a little alarm. It is 3 years old, about 40 inches high, and is incredibly SHRILL! If we go too long - like say 30 minutes - without a drink it goes off. It sounds something like "Mommy, I am SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO thirsty!"

I start out each morning by drinking a glass of water. It helps me remember by making it one of the first things I do each day.

With record temps almost daily here in the South, I keep water close at hand not only to cut the thirst but to keep my skin hydrated as well. I drive most of the day and the best thing I have found is carrying an insulated water bottle and refill at the water fountains as the day goes on.

If you've ever been stuck in a hot sweltering subway car without your bottled water, you never need reminding again to always bring your water with you wherever you go.

So true, thank you for a great article. I love the hydration calculator too - very helpful!

I remember to drink water everyday because i know how important it is for my entire being. I've read several studies that suggest that many diseases are actually caused because of dehydration. Staying hydrated is so important too because we are composed of mostly water and water keeps our organs functioning, our skin healthy, our joints lubricated, our muscles strong, and our digestion working. Our family drinks Crystal light because it's a great alternative to carbonated or sugary beverages.

Anyway, to answer the contest I have a gallon pitcher that helps me remember and keep track of how much water I drink. Crystal Light helps me stay motivated to always drink it all. hehe

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I am shocked I have always been good at drinking 8ish glasses of water a day but since I work out a lot and live at high altitude and in a dry climate I should be drinking 13 to 14 glasses a day!

I go through phases where sometimes I love the taste of water and I cannot get enough and other times I need Crystal Light to get it down. But nothing does beat a regular glass of ice water after a hard workout.

I work at a desk all day, so when I need to get up and stretch, I take a walk around the office and refill my water cup. I generally drink water all day at work, and allow myself more of a 'treat' with dinner such as iced tea or lemonade. Our family has just recently tried Crystal Light to avoid some of the sugar in our diet and I must say we've enjoyed all the flavors we've tried so far. It even passed the test with my kids! Thanks so much for this promotion. I think Crystal Light is a great product.

Love Crystal Light especially the lemonade, but I am always thirsty. I constantly have a drink with me, even at night. To mix it up I also drink RX Stress Tea which has no caffeine,black&green tea,ginseng,chamomile,valerian,vitamins B6&B12. Don't want to plug another product here, but the same drink all the time gets old.

I drink from the largest glass that I can. i find if I *think* Im only drinking one glass, it doesn't seem like so much (but with my biggest cup Im actually drinking nearly 4 servings!)

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I make sure I drink enough water by carrying around a 16 oz. water bottle all day. I also alternate plain water and using Crystal Light.

I always try to keep water near by-usually in my staneless steel waterbottle. I keep track By making sure I drink a full bottle in the morning, at least 1/2 of one at lunch and another full one in the afternoon. I usually mix it up in the afternoon by adding a single packet of crystal light to my water- the peach green tea is my favorite. I keep a couple of those single serve packets in my purse so I always have them on hand.

I've never been a lover of drinking water, but win my son, now 2 and ever so observant I am making the switch (from soda to water) to be a good role model for him. I do love flavoring my water and getting it from other sources like fruit, soup, etc. that you mentioned.

I think for me, if I just keep reminding myself how good it is for me and my family--that is really the best motivator to "drink it up".

Alissa A. Enders

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I can stay hydrated by drinking water or iced tea with every meal, and having a glass of water next to me when I go to bed.

I do like the lemon thing in water, or cucumbers (cooling), blueberries .... water's good.

My girls are only allowed to have juice once a day so the rest of the day I am offering water constantly. It naturally reminds me to drink it as well.
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i have a big 24 oz tervis tumbler that i try to keep filling all day. i also use crystal light peach tea, lime juice, lemon juice, or splenda to make my water taste delicious and refreshing.

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becca

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I bought myself a water bottle! Not only good for the environment, but good for the body, because if its not full of water (or my choice beverage of the moment) then I am not a happy lady!

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I keep a big glass of water beside me all day long. When I want something sweet, I grab a packet of Crystal Light and add it to my water to make it more "lively" throughout the day!

I pour half my daily water into a pitcher in the morning, flavor it with tea or crystal light, and drink it throughout the day. Straight water works great for meals, but I have a hard time getting excited about it betweentimes.

Susan

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How I remember to stay hydrated.
Well, don't laugh, I write on post-it notes. So, I remember all the things I can't forget.

I drink bottled water all day. When I get tired of plain water I will add a packet of crystal light to my bottle. Shake it and go! Raspberry ice is my favorite!

I have a reminder that pops up on my computer throughout the day reminding me to go fill my water bottle.

At home, I leave a glass next to the fridge (much to my husband's dismay) so it's always ready for a quick drink.

And there is always a pitcher of Crystal Light (or sugar free kool-aid) in the fridge. I swear we almost never actually wash it. Whomever pours the last glass out is in charge of making up a new pitcher.

I dilute my lemonade or other flavored drinks with water (especially when I'm exercising) - I fill a cup/bottle with the drink, drink half of it, refill it with water, and continue to do so until I'm done exercising and have finished an extra bottle or glass of water, to be safe.

I just keep either a glass or bottle of water with me all the time and take sips of it. It has developed into a habit, so I don't really have to remember to do it anymore. LPoser1(at) gmail (dot) com

I constantly have a drink at my side and I sip all day. Water, unsweet iced tea, Crystal Light Raspberry Ice... Yum.

Just call me B!

I keep water on the counter. It reminds me to grab a sip when I walk by!

I love flavored water i always have flavored packets with me and at work i use a reusable water bottle when it gets half full i just continue to fill it.

I do a lot of landscaping so my body tells me to camel up! I love crystal light and keep a good sized container full of the packets right on the counter. I prefer it over sodas or tea which often make you thirstier.

I like drinking apple juice then refilling the glass with water after the juice is gone. Keeps teh flavor! Yum!

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We have our 4 grandkids here everyday and they're alway thirsty,so we started mixing all our own drinks and making popsicles.

At the start of my work shift, I put four bottles of water on my desk...right in front of me. They must be empty by the end of the day. Crystal Light is a favorite addition...Fruit Punch, thank you very much!

I remember once I start getting thirsy. I also drink tea all day long. kytah00@yahoo.com

I seem to have to refill our filter pitchers often. I try to remember to pour a glass of water and drink it each time.

Whenever you go to get some juice or to get some soda drink double the amount of juice or soda that you drank so that you can stay hydrated!

I learned this cool trick to seeing if your hydrated. You push on your arm with one finger as hard as you can and then the spot you pressed will turn white. The faster it returns to it's normal color the more hydrated you are. Whenever I do that trick I always drink water and whenever I think about water I drink it! I love water, I would rather have water than soda, juice, milk, or anything else! It is healthy and refreshing! Speaking of water...I should drink some now!

Add water to your phone calendar every couple hours, and set the alarm, then if you get too busy, you'll be reminded to stop and drink.

I set a timer on my Microsoft Outlook for 5 times a day that reminds me to finish or fill my bottle of water while I am at work. It really helps keep me aware to hydrate during the day when I am busy.

Laurie

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I love crystal light! I drink way more water because of it.

I put a lemon juice and the tiniest bit of Cayenne pepper into my water bottles. It gives it a slight kick, and is great for helping to cleanse your body, along with keeping it hydrated!

I keep cups of water in my fridge or bottles.....and I hav them there on the top shelf. As I drik oneI see how many more I need to drink. I drink them with meals and if I have a snack,work out ec.
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Every morning I put seven water bottles in the fridge.By doing this it motivates me to drink more and stay hydrated throughout the day.