Just because you’re not sweating doesn’t mean you’re hydrated.
When summer hits, we’re all about guzzling cold drinks, carrying water bottles, and reminding each other to “stay hydrated.” But come winter? Suddenly we’re all living off coffee, soup, and the occasional glass of wine — and water? Totally forgotten.
Here’s the thing: you can get just as dehydrated in winter — if not more. And you might not even realise it’s happening.
Let’s break it down.
1. You Still Lose Water in Cold Weather
Even if you’re not dripping with sweat, your body still loses moisture every day through:
Breathing (hello, visible breath!)
Urination (especially when it’s cold and you’re running to the loo more often)
Dry winter air pulling moisture from your skin and lungs
Plus, when it’s chilly, you don’t feel as thirsty, so you’re less likely to sip water — even though your body still needs it.
2. Indoor Heating = Secret Dehydrator
Cranking the heater? Toasty for your toes, terrible for your hydration.
Artificial heat dries out the air, your skin, and even your mucous membranes (hello dry throat and cracked lips).
Staying on top of your water intake helps counteract the drying effects of heaters and keeps your body balanced.
3. Coffee, Tea and Wine Don’t Count
We get it – hot drinks feel like a hug in a mug. But drinks like coffee, black tea, and red wine can be mild diuretics, meaning they make you lose more water.
You don’t need to ditch your daily cuppa – just make sure you’re balancing it out with actual water too.
4. Hydration = Winter Glow-Up
Drinking enough water in winter can help with:
- Energy levels (less 3pm slump)
- Immune system support (flush out toxins faster)
- Dry skin and lips (hydrate from the inside out)
- Better digestion (cold weather can slow things down...)
Make It Easy (and Actually Enjoyable)
If water feels too “blah” in winter, here’s how to make it more tempting:
- Sip it warm with lemon or herbal tea
- Keep a bottle on your desk or by the bed
- Use a ceramic dispenser that feels homey and cozy
- Or go fancy with our benchtop coolers that give you hot and cold water on tap
And of course, we deliver. So you never have to leave the comfort of your trackies to stay hydrated.
