2023-04-18 07:50:33
Generally, it is recommended to drink between 1.5 and 2 liters of water per day but these instructions are to be adapted according to the age, sex, state of health and physical activity of each person. . On social networks, some users are looking for tips to drink more water daily. But not all advice is good to follow.
Make hydration more appealing
As relayed The Independent, health experts and dentists are speaking out against a new trend highlighted on TikTok. Many influencers are posting recipes for flavored and sweetened water to make hydration more appealing. The #WaterTok hashtag has garnered more than 103.7 million views. Another problem is that these drinks are often made in large containers, which encourages users to drink more than a liter.
“Some powders and syrups may contain high sugar levels or citric acid which can erode tooth enamel and cause dental caries,” warned dentist Dr. Abdul Matin Azizi. Before completing: “Sugar can feed bacteria in the mouth, causing the production of harmful acids that attack the teeth. I’citric acid can also erode tooth enamel, causing tooth sensitivity and pain. THE food coloring, which are also included in many such products, can stain teeth over time.” He recommends that fans of these drinks consume them in moderation and rinse their mouths well.
Watch out for maltodextrins
In addition to impacting the teeth, these sugary drinks could lead to other health problems and cause cardiovascular disease or promote the onset of diabetes. Also quoted by the website, nutritionist Silvia Micheletti denounces the presence of “maltodextrins, highly processed carbohydrates derived from starch”. She explains that they are commonly used as food additives.
“Maltodextrins are quite similar to sugar and can cause a rapid rise in blood sugar, which can lead to health problems in some people, such as weight gain, diabetes, fatty liver disease, atherosclerosis, mood swings, fatigue, autoimmune diseases and cardiovascular disease,” points out the nutritionist. To add a little flavor to classic water, she recommends adding a simple slice of lemon instead.
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