How Can I Stay Hydrated?

I think just drinking more water is the solution. I get labs drawn every 3 weeks and I’m always a bit dehydrated. They tell me to drink more water.

I understand. Pre surgery I was fine but post surgery it’s not easy for me to maintain hydration. I’ve tried multiple bottles of water (not plastic bottles but the reusable borosilicate glass ones) and got fed up with refilling 5 bottles so I’m buying a Stanley 96 oz fast flow double walled “tumbler/thermos” for once a day filling. I don’t need 96 oz but i use my water to fill my min pin’s water dish late at night. I can tell when I’m dehydrated: cloudy pee, very smelly pee (Thank you Rx 😒) and DARK pee. It takes consistent effort for me. I’ve learned that my sister helps me maintain accountability for the hydration (and other “new” things Thank you cancer) . It’s been 2.5 years since lumpectomy yet I’m still out of sorts. I’ll be praying for you

I am a water drinker. But with everything going on, it is hard to remember to drink. Here is what keeps me on track: herbal tea several times a day; a big thermos as mentioned always filled with citrus or cucumber with me at all times; three sips every 10 minutes or so (use a timer if necessary). Also try jumpstarting your day with a full 8 ounce glass of water and 15 minutes before each meal. You know you are hydrated when your urine is almost clear and has no smell. One thing I discovered years ago was that most of us confuse our hunger and thirst signals. Whenever I feel hungry, I drink water first. Half of the time, I am just thirsty.

Different foods have decent water content, such as soups and many fruits like melons, if tolerable. Best wishes.

I a suggest body armour. It isn’t as sweet as Gatorade . Friends got done for me and I really liked it.

Try adding LMNT drink mix to your water. It's amazing. I use it especially in hot weather. It's a small company that really cares about people. Www.Drinklmnt.com

I have no connection to the company other than I love their product. It contains magnesium, potassium and sodium and tastes great. You can add how much you want

Y'all have fun with those electrolyte drinks. It is way too much sodium for me. I use coconut water when I need to replenish electrolytes. I will only use electrolyte drinks when I have been out in my garden sweating all day in 95 degree plus heat. The SAD (standard American diet) way we eat already has too much sodium.

Adult electrolytes. They sell them in liquid form or powder form to add to your water. Good luck and feel better.

Pedialyte works wonders and is so much better than Gatorade. After each session, I would drink 2 large bottles throughout the next few days Along with my water.

Staying hydrated during cancer treatment can definitely be challenging, and it sounds like you're being proactive about it. Consider trying small, frequent sips throughout the day, adding electrolyte packets to water, or eating water-rich foods like watermelon or soup - and definitely mention this concern to your care team since they can provide personalized guidance based on your specific treatment.