Managing ADHD: The Benefits of Water and How it Can Improve Your Life

Hello my friends!

About two years ago I saw a YouTube video on how to improve productivity and one of the tips was to drink water. This seemed easy enough for me and it gave me a final nudge to actually try drinking enough water.

By that time, I was taking ADHD medication only a few times a week and I was still struggling on the days when I didn't take it. But I started noticing a huge difference on the days when I would drink plenty of water throughout the day.

1. More Water = Plenty of Breaks

One immediate plus for me was that when I drank plenty of water I would have built in breaks of when I was allowed to get up and use the restroom. I notice that I need a lot of breaks to be productive when I'm having a harder day.

Just getting up and moving for a second and allowing my brain to roam around is super nice when I'm struggling to focus. I also don't beat myself up over this because I have come to a place where I try to treat myself like I treat others and if my friend told me they couldn't focus and needed more breaks than normal I would for sure tell them that they need breaks and time to rest for recuperation. 

2. Water Helps Me Work Better

When you grow up you're always told to drink plenty of water, get plenty of sleep, and to eat the right foods. Water is what flushes out old neurons in your brain (if I'm remembering from my psychology class last year) and it is vital to supporting your brain health in general. 

It made complete sense to me when I started researching water and ADHD that if you're dehydrated that your symptoms are likely to be worse. 

I am able to think more quickly, clearly, and for a longer period of time when I am well hydrated. 

3. More Productive Habits Can Get You Out Of A Slump

I notice when I am productive in one area of my life, that other areas start to run more smoothly. Starting healthy habits can really help us to respect ourselves more and increase our self worth. 

Treating your body well gives you even more reason to treat yourself well in other areas. By doing this, your self empathy will increase and I noticed that my procrastination dramatically decreased. 

I'm not saying water will directly aid your procrastination, but it for sure can help you create positive habits that in turn help you become more productive. 

4. Brain Health Is ADHD Management

Keeping your brain healthy is vital if you want to manage ADHD symptoms. Taking care of your mental and physical health can really help if you are trying to life a more enhanced version of your life. 

Water is a simple way to keep you on the right track and can potentially be a gateway into other healthy habits. This is why I try to drink at least a bottle of water a day. I know that doesn't seem like a lot, but it is much better for me than only drinking sugary drinks. Having a small goal like drinking a bottle or cup of water that you wouldn't normally drink can really help you build momentum and is so much better for you than beating yourself up over not being able to drink 64 oz a day. 

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