Water Yourself to Thrive
By Janet Lawson, Healthy Practices Catalyst

In my recent travels, a nurse-friend complained of her headache. I urged her to drink 12 ounces of water right away as a remedy starter. She declined the water and chose to pop a couple pills to find relief. The headache worsened despite the ibuprofen, and she retired to bed early. It astounds me when folks reject the cheap and nonchemical options, even if in tandem with taking medication. Why such resistance to drinking...

Stop Choking on the Water Bottles
By Janet Lawson, Healthy Practices Catalyst

By now, we are somewhat aware of the importance to drink your ½ - 1 ounces of water per pound of body weight each day. Some key reminders:

• Our bodies are on average 70% water.
• Water is as important as oxygen for our body to function and repel maladies.
• A 128 lb. adult should drink a base minimum of 64 ounces (1/2 gallon) of water daily
• In addition to the base minimum, add up to another ½ ounce per body pound...