Hydration is such an important part of staying healthy. Staying ahead of your thirst is really a key facture. Watching what we put into our bodies such as caffeine, which can dehydrate, can also be a benefit. Ingesting other foods and liquids besides water is also really helpful. Back in the 1970s and ‘80s, we didn’t walk around with a water bottle like we do now. This is progress! But where does that leave our elders who did not grow up with the push to stay hydrated? The balance of having … [Read more...] about Hydration is Key to Staying Healthy
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Keeping Skin Hydrated in Winter
Baby, it’s dry outside! Autumn and winter weather can be hard on our skin, but this year, our skin, like our outdoors, is especially dry. Summer tans and glowing skin can begin to fade into a dull, dry complexion. A skincare routine that cleanses, moisturizes and protects your skin, especially those areas that are constantly exposed to the sun and weather – like our face, neck and arms/hands – is extremely important, regardless of age and the season. Both regular massage and facials are … [Read more...] about Keeping Skin Hydrated in Winter
Tips for Staying Hydrated in Arizona
We're coming into the driest time of the year and Arizona (the "arid zone") is already one of the driest places on Earth. This year, it's much drier than usual, given the lack of rain and snow we've had over the winter and early spring. Our typical atmospheric humidity in Prescott in late spring runs about 9 percent. This year, I've seen some weather stations already reporting less than 3 percent, and we're just at the beginning of the dry season! Not only is this a challenging time for the … [Read more...] about Tips for Staying Hydrated in Arizona
