Can drinking water play a critical role in healthy aging? Today, it is a well-known fact that drinking water is a very healthy habit, but many don’t realize the crucial role water consumption can play in healthy aging. When thinking about a healthy diet, we traditionally think of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats, but over the last few years, hydration for health has brought water into the conversation.

Health experts are finding that as we age, our thirst sensation can decrease, which can be problematic to our daily hydration habits.

These health experts recommend that seniors set daily water intake goals to ensure they maintain healthy hydration and consider water as a key ingredient to a healthy lifestyle. Water intake can help support healthy kidney function, aid in balance, enhance cognitive abilities, reduce the risk of diabetes, and improve body temperature control. The National Academy of Medicine recommends approximately 131 ounces for men and 95 ounces for women per day. However, it’s important to remember that individual needs can vary.  

How to Stay Hydrated: A Guide for Older Adults – National Council on Aging

Water is the best choice to maintain healthy hydration. Be sure to drink before, during, and after any physical activity. Even when you aren’t thirsty, keep sipping water throughout the day. Avoid soda, fruit juices, flavored waters, and any drinks that contain high concentrations of sugar to aid in weight loss and overall health. Drinking high-quality, great-tasting filtered water is the best and healthiest choice.  

Choosing the Right Filter

• Pitchers, refrigerator filters, and faucet-mounted filters are excellent starting points for removing some contaminants like chlorine and improving taste.
• Under-sink carbon filters offer additional contaminant removal, but for the highest level of protection, consider reverse osmosis technology with pre-filtration and thin-film composite membranes. This provides a final barrier to ensure the highest percentage of contaminant reduction, including dissolved solids like lead and nitrates, delivering great-tasting, safe drinking water.

Know Your Water

• Local Public Service annual tap water quality reports are public record and posted on their respective websites. We recommend every homeowner reads this report.  
• You can also research your tap water supply on the Environmental Working Group’s National Tap Water Database 

Regardless of your tap water source, consider having it tested at the kitchen sink to ensure your family has high-quality, safe water.

When choosing a filter for your home, make sure the filter is certified to remove any specific contaminants found in your tap water.  

To learn more about final barrier filtration and water treatment options, contact Culligan Water of Low Country and schedule an in-home water quality consultation. 

Chris Lane is the owner of Culligan Water of the Low Country & Savannah, serving over 15,000 homes and businesses in the Low Country and Coastal Empire.

Let’s chat about the best solution for your water!