by Fern Shaw | Apr 17, 2025 | water cooler, Water Coolers
Easter’s that magical time of year when chocolate eggs multiply faster than you can say “just one more,” family lunches somehow turn into full-on feasts, and you start wondering if hot cross buns count as a balanced diet (they do have fruit in them, after all). But while we’re busy nibbling our way through mini eggs and dodging competitive egg hunts, there’s oft one thing that tends to get overlooked: staying hydrated.
Yep, amongst all the sweet treats and celebratory sips, good old water often ends up playing second fiddle to prosecco and tea. But hear me out – hydration is the ultimate Easter hack. It’s the low-key legend that helps you stay energised, makes sure the excessive chocolate consumption doesn’t hit too hard and keeps your skin glowing enough to rival a foil-wrapped bunny.
Whether you’re corralling children on a sugar high, hosting the family roast, or just enjoying the long weekend lazing in the garden, drinking water throughout the day can make a world of difference. No pressure to glug litres – just a steady top-up here and there to keep things ticking over nicely.
And let’s not forget the seasonal flair. Pop some lemon or mint in your glass, pour it into a fancy water glass, or go full Easter chic with a pastel straw. Hydration, but make it festive.
So in between the Easter egg hunts, the catchups and the inevitable “I probably shouldn’t have had that third helping” moment, give a little love to water. Your body – and your post-roast nap – will thank you.
Here’s to Easter, hydration, and balance (even if it’s one chocolate egg in each hand). Cheers – with a nice, cool glass or bottle of water, of course – from us here at AquAid to you!
by Fern Shaw | Apr 8, 2025 | water boiler, water cooler, Water Coolers
As we move into the (hopefully) warmer months of spring, it’s important to remember how essential staying hydrated is, particularly at events, concerts, festivals and conferences. As temperatures rise and people spend long hours outdoors or in crowded spaces, access to fresh drinking water should be a top priority. It’s something that we may often overlook when attending such events. Sadly, this has the potential to negatively impact both your health and experience of the event.
Furthermore, spring is the season when outdoor events really start to ramp up, with many people taking advantage of the milder weather. Whether you’re attending an open-air concert, a local festival, outdoor markets or a conference with long sessions, it’s easy to forget how much water your body needs when you’re caught up in the excitement. But dehydration can creep up on you, leaving you feeling sluggish, irritated, or even more prone to headaches. By staying hydrated, you can keep your energy levels up and make the most of the experience.
Proper hydration supports mood, energy, and overall enjoyment, contributing to the success of any event. Having easy access to drinking water can make a huge difference in this regard. By providing convenient water stations, organisers demonstrate a commitment to attendee well-being, creating a positive and refreshing atmosphere that aligns with the season’s spirit of renewal.
Carrying your own reusable water bottle is one way to make sure you’re never without, so it’s always worth checking ahead to see what your event offers in terms of water accessibility – and if you’re attending something like a festival or concert, ensure you’re aware of where the water cooler stations are located.
Ultimately, making sure you stay hydrated at events this spring is all about looking after yourself and ensuring that your experience is enjoyable from start to finish. So, when you’re out and about, keep your water bottle topped up and drink often – it’s one simple step to make your spring events even better.
by Fern Shaw | Mar 31, 2025 | Uncategorized, water cooler, Water Coolers
With children having already been back at school for three months and with International Children’s Book Day soon approaching, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the immense value of children’s books and literacy. Learning to read is fundamental to a child’s development and books play a vital role in nurturing this skill, as well as inspiring a love for learning that lasts a lifetime.
Children’s books spark the imagination, introduce new concepts and teach essential values. The beauty of reading is not just in the stories it tells, but in the way it opens children’s minds to endless possibilities. Books encourage curiosity, expand vocabulary and help develop empathy by allowing children to see the world through the eyes of others. International Children’s Book Day serves as a timely reminder of how important it is for both parents and educators to inspire children to read, whether by encouraging independent reading or by reading aloud together.
A child’s ability to read well is at the core of their education. Reading is not only for enjoyment but is also a gateway to acquiring knowledge across all subjects. The more children read, the better they can process and understand information, strengthening their cognitive abilities and enriching their overall learning experience. By building literacy skills early, children are better equipped to succeed in school and beyond.
Studies consistently demonstrate that staying hydrated boosts a child’s cognitive abilities, improving focus and concentration. Drinking water helps prevent dehydration, which can cause fatigue, irritability, and reduced mental clarity. This supports their ability to absorb and retain information, enhancing both their academic performance and overall health.
At AquAid, we provide high-quality water coolers and fountains tailored for school environments, ensuring children have easy access to a constant supply of drinking water.
By encouraging a love for reading and ensuring children stay hydrated, we can together help pave the way for generations of well-informed, capable individuals who are always learning.
by Fern Shaw | Sep 19, 2024 | water cooler, Water Coolers
As a nation used to hard work, Britons may perceive that a bit of shuteye amounts to laziness or a way not to get work done properly, so the thought of power naps may seem a little disingenuous/counterintuitive.
Which is why it may come as a surprise that power naps are indeed a thing and if performed correctly, they can greatly benefit one’s well-being all while boosting flagging energy.
As we’ve learnt, drinking water = power (or energy) but who would’ve thought that short naps too = power.
Although power naps are commonplace in some cultures – Japanese workers take an afternoon nap known as ‘hirune’ – many companies worldwide such as Procter & Gamble, PwC and Nike, have made this part of their work culture too.
Are their health benefits to napping?
Regular naps are good for the long-term health of our brain, research shows.
Habitual napping may help keep our brains bigger for longer and boost its overall health, according to a 2023 study by researchers at University College London (UCL) and the University of the Republic in Uruguay.
There are also short-term health benefits associated with napping. Short naps lasting five to 15 minutes can immediately improve how well we perform mentally. This mental stimulus can last up to three hours after we wake up.*
How long should you nap for?
According to Kevin Morgan, professor of psychology and a sleep expert at the University of Loughborough in the UK, “Timing is key for the perfect power nap. If you are going to have a nap, make sure you do it in the mid-afternoon and don’t allow it to go on for longer than 20 minutes. Your body is going to be more accommodating of daytime sleep between 2pm and 4pm as this is when there is a dip in the circadian rhythm and our body temperature drops.”*
As always, water first.
Even if you don’t ascribe to taking a power nap while at work, always remember that drinking water throughout the day, taking a short break to refill your water bottle or water glass from your workplace water cooler, is a guaranteed way to boost flagging energy.
*source: from an article by Isabelle Gerretsen at the BBC
by Fern Shaw | Jan 16, 2024 | water cooler, Water Coolers
By all accounts the winter weather hasn’t been behaving itself thus far. Let’s face it, it’s been miserable. There are still a few chilly months to get through before the temperatures begin climbing to a more appealing level and where we won’t need a few layers of insulation.
External heating helps obviously, but there’s a pretty simple and cost effective manner in which to warm yourself internally and that’s to drink hot water. It really is that simple + the benefits are many! We’ll be illustrating these benefits across a two-part series, of which this is the first.
Drinking hot water relieves nasal congestion – The warmth of hot water creates steam. Inhaling steam rising off your hot water drink can help loosen clogged sinuses and even relieve a sinus headache. *
Since you have mucous membranes throughout your neck and upper torso, drinking hot water can help warm that area and soothe a sore throat caused by mucous build-up.
Aids digestion – drinking hot water both soothes and activates your digestive tract. Water is, after all, the lubricant that keeps your digestion going. As the water moves through your stomach and intestines, digestive organs are better hydrated and able to eliminate waste.
Enhances blood circulation and promote a healthy nervous system which is important for proper muscle and nerve activity. In addition, it keeps your nervous system healthy by breaking down the fat deposits around it.
