by Fern Shaw | Aug 16, 2021 | Water Coolers
Recently we referred to the importance of water equates to energy. We also blogged about how vital water is to aid muscle and joint health.
It may seem that we belabour the point; however, we do so because it’s all true. As with any other beings on Earth, we all need water in order to thrive, move and function. From that perspective, it makes sense that we at least function well and continued water consumption is at the core of providing this ability.
A few examples of how water helps our body’s fluidity and function:
Cartilage, found in joints and the disks of the spine, contains around 80 percent water. Water helps to keep your joints lubricated and flexible; the Synovial fluid that directly lubricates your joints is made up primarily of water. This fluid reduces the friction between joints and helps to maintain healthy tissue and joints.*
Water cushions the brain, spinal cord and other sensitive tissues. It is also involved in the production of hormones and neurotransmitters.**
It delivers oxygen throughout the body. Blood is more than 90 percent water, and blood carries oxygen to different parts of the body.**
Drinking water makes minerals and nutrients accessible. These dissolve in water, making it possible for them to reach different parts of the body.**
It helps maximize physical performance. Drinking plenty of water during physical activity is essential. Athletes may perspire up to 6 to 10 percent of body weight during physical activity.
Whatever our level of activity, we need to maintain a good level of water consumption to help our body serve us in the best way possible. Although most of us don’t function at the same level, if there is any indication of how well water facilitates our body’s ability to perform at our best, one need look no further than at the Olympians performing at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games. Motivational stuff indeed!
All it takes is that first sip, then that first glass of water at the beginning of your day. Repeat.
A foolproof method of ensuring you imbibe throughout the day is to install a water cooler in your premises. For that, you need look no further than AquAid Water Coolers. With 23 years’ experience under our belt and 23 branches at your convenience, we’ll have you, your workmates, colleagues and your staff with a constant supply of refreshing drinking water in under a week.
*source – IBJI
**source – Medical News Today
by Fern Shaw | Jul 22, 2021 | mains fed water cooler, water cooler, Water Coolers
As this is all about speed, we’re dispensing with the usual lengthy intros and diving straight in:
- If you’re on the move during the day, carry bottled water with you. If you’re more stationary during the working day, drink water upon waking up, well before your work commute. Drink water when you arrive at work and continue replenishing your water throughout the day.
- Install a bottlefed or mainsfed water dispenser. A water cooler at your premises is an efficient method guaranteeing a constant supply of chilled or ambient temperature or even hot (for your teas and coffees) drinking water.
- Hydrating Drinks other than H2O. Drinking herbal drinks or teas (as they don’t contain caffeine) is a great alternative to water. As is water infused with fruit. A few tasty combinations are mint and cucumber, lemon and raspberries (tart and refreshing!) or orange and strawberry.
- Water rich food. Prepping water rich snacks or meals for your day is easy, quick and packs a hydrating healthy benefit. Think berries, stone fruits and melons and/or lettuce, peppers, tomatoes, cucumbers and many leafy greens. They also all contain other nutrients vital to your well-being.
- Perspiration is an ally – use it. Unlike with cooler weather, when it’s hot, it’s easier to see when you’re perspiring/sweating. Perspiration is one of your body’s direct methods signalling that you need to replace the water you’re losing. Even if you’re not that active, it’s easy to dehydrate. Make sure to drink water regularly every day and even more so when you perspire.
- Tag family, friends, and workmates. Wherever you are – home, remote work, workplace – set-up a buddy water alarm clock with whoever is in plain sight. Check regularly to make sure they’re drinking the water they poured. Repeat at regular intervals.
by Fern Shaw | Jul 13, 2021 | bottle fed water coolers, mains fed water cooler, water cooler, Water Coolers
We have already detailed why an AquAid Mains Fed Water Dispenser may be right for your requirements. In this article, we detail how Bottled Water Coolers and Dispensers may be the right fit for your organisation in place of a mainsfed water dispenser.
Bottled Water Coolers are ideal where portable water or a mains water supply is unavailable. Depending on the dispenser, the bottles can hold two, three or five gallons of water. AquAid provide drinking water solutions for organisations, businesses, worksites, medical, health and educational facilities, large, medium and small.
AquAid’s spring and bottled at source water is drawn from three separate locations, each source of water containing varying quantities of minerals.
The installation an AquAid bottlefed water cooler is simple and straightforward, requiring only a single plug socket. Once installed, there will be a constant supply of refreshing chilled or cool water for you, your staff, customers and visitors.
With branches across the United Kingdom, AquAid is able to provide a fast and effective delivery system.
Visit the website to view the range of Bottle-Fed Water Coolers, installed by WHA accredited engineers and backed by our premium first-class service, and contact us today to discuss the best options tailored to your specific needs.
by Fern Shaw | Jun 23, 2021 | water cooler, Water Coolers
I looked up the 3 Laws of Energy in order to present them in this blog, however, my energy levels are somewhat reduced as I haven’t been drinking water as I usually do and it was a little more difficult than I thought to simplify what these laws entail.
What I do know is that all beings require energy in order to function. In order to function well, humans require fuel and we gain energy from consuming food. In order to extract energy from food, every single cell needs to activate in order for that food to process into energy. At the core of generating this energy, is water.
Water is essential for life – involved in many cellular functions, including energy production. By drinking water at regular intervals throughout the day, you’re already providing your body and brain with an energy boost. Not only does water help stimulate the organs responsible for the digestive function, it lubricates joints and muscles, plumps up our skin, keeps our eyes clear, promotes healthy blood circulation and overall helps our body function at its best.
If you would like to have a steady supply of refreshing drinking water at your convenience, speak to one of our knowledgeable experts at AquAid Water Coolers. We’d be delighted to assist.
by Fern Shaw | Jun 21, 2021 | Water Coolers
As the temperatures soar throughout the UK, so does the demand for chilled, refreshing drinking water.
At AquAid, where we have been in the business of providing a range of high quality water coolers and water both spring and bottled at source for over 22 years, we understand this more than most. That’s why it’s important to us to be able to ensure that we’re able to offer the very best in both water dispensers and bottled water.
However, we’re not just about the provision on water coolers. We also firmly believe that providing water to those who may not necessarily have access to water as we do is vital.
If we struggle with keeping hydrated in this heat, take a minute and imagine what it would be like experiencing hot weather but not having access, not only to drinking water, but also to any water, at all. Sadly, this is a reality for millions of people across the globe, and in particular, in many Third World countries.
This is the day-to-day existence for many communities throughout the Third World and in the summer months, the heat amplifies the lack of potable water.
That’s just one of the reasons that since 1998 we chose to work with sustainable charities Christian Aid and since 2010, The Africa Trust. Using donations from AquAid, both charities work tirelessly, implementing sustainable water projects for communities in need.
We’re sure you will agree it’s good to know that while you’re sipping cool spring water from one of our water coolers, there’s another water well or water project being installed in Africa, bringing fresh, clean drinking water to yet another community in need.
If you are interested in partnering with us helping bring potable water to communities in need, all you need do is install any AquAid water cooler, be that a bottled or mains water dispenser. Explore the AquAid range at our website, contact our helpful, experienced customer team on 0800 772 3003 or e-mail us.
by Fern Shaw | Jun 10, 2021 | mains fed water cooler, Water Coolers
Simply put, because *staying hydrated is one of the best ways you can support your body and help it cool off. When the heat is extreme, you may sweat more and need to drink more to offset those lost fluids.
You should drink water to counteract dehydration in hot or warm weather, regardless of your activity level. Drinking water helps lower your body temperature and replace the fluid you lose through sweating.
Start hydrating right away. It’s easier to maintain your fluid balance if you start out in a well-hydrated state, so drink water before you exercise, work or spend time outside when it’s hot. Then continue to do so during and after your workday.
For most people, thirst is a good indication that you need more water. Before you become dehydrated, you’ll feel thirsty and your mouth may feel dry or sticky.*
After a while, you may also become lethargic and unable to think clearly. Other signs include reduced urine output and urine that is a deep yellow colour. Your eyes might even look a bit sunken and feel dry.
Even being mildly dehydrated can be a problem, so don’t ignore those early signs. Mild dehydration reduces your ability to think clearly as well as your physical co-ordination.
AquAid are here to help you and everyone in your organisation, site, university, college or school maintain great hydration habits. With our wide range of bottled or mainsfed water coolers, and our scheduled and next day bottled water deliveries as part of our service, we have you (water) coolered. Speak to us today: 0800 772 3003
*excerpts from articles at Samhealth and verywellfit
