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Our bodies are mostly water, and need consistent hydration to be at their best! What are the signs of dehydration and how do we avoid it? 

When are the best times to drink water? 1: First thing in the morning. You haven't had any hydration from sleeping. 2. Before you eat. Is your hunger mostly thirst? Sometimes it's hard for your brain to tell. 3: In between meals 4: Before and after exercise. (It just makes sense.) 5: When you're tired. Maybe that go-to cup of coffee should actually be water. 6: Two hours before you sleep. Hydrate your body, but also try to avoid the half-asleep stumble to the bathroom.

While melatonin gets all the credit for better sleep, Magnesium is actually a powerhouse mineral that helps with a number of things -- including sleep. Plus, nearly 70% of Americans are magnesium deficient.

Magnesium is an important micronutrient that many parts of your body – including your nervous system, your muscles, your heart, your bones and immune system – needs in order to function properly. The adult human body contains about 25 grams, with about half stored in the bones, while the rest can be found in soft tissues, bodily fluids and muscles. Most adults in the US do not meet that daily target through their diet. And selecting a supplement is no easy task, as a bewildering number of products can be found on the market. 

Exercise can feel impossible when you’re depressed, but it’s one of the most effective tools for relief. Just 30 minutes of movement a few times a week releases endorphins, lifts mood, and provides structure. It also distracts from negative thoughts and creates a sense of progress. Though tough to start, exercise rewires the brain for more clarity, energy, and joy.

It's time to crack out the sunscreen now that the weather is getting warmer! But what does it actually mean for your vitamin D production?