Your Hydration matters

Garden of Bloom Med Spa | Client Education Sheet

Understanding the Importance of Daily Hydration

Developed from clinical research and medical best practices, this guide explains why maintaining your body’s daily fluid balance is essential for overall health and recovery.

Why Hydration Matters

Water supports nearly every body system. Adequate daily fluid intake:

Keeps your organs and tissues functioning properly
Maintains blood volume and circulation
Helps regulate temperature and metabolism
Supports healthy skin elasticity and detoxification
Prevents fatigue and headaches associated with mild dehydration

What Happens When You Don’t Drink Enough

Research shows that failing to meet daily fluid needs can lead to:

Constipation and digestive discomfort: Low fluid intake reduces intestinal movement.
Kidney stress and stone formation: The kidneys must concentrate urine, increasing stone risk.
Cognitive decline and confusion: Especially in older adults, chronic under-hydration is linked to decreased memory and alertness.
Poor recovery and fatigue: Dehydration slows nutrient transport and muscle recovery.
Higher hospital complications: Studies show dehydrated patients have longer hospital stays and increased mortality.

Backed by Research

Water, Hydration and Health (Popkin et al., 2010) — https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20646222/ PubMed+1
Low‑intake dehydration and nutrition impact symptoms in older medical patients – A retrospective study (Jespersen et al., 2023) — https://doi.org/10.1016/j.clnesp.2023.06.030 research.regionh.dk+1
Hydration and outcome in older patients admitted to hospital (El-Sharkawy et al., 2015) — https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4621229/ PMC
Effects of hydration status on cognitive performance and mood (Masento et al., 2014) — https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24480458/

Daily Hydration Goal

A general estimate for adults: 30–35 mL per kg of body weight daily.
Example: Someone weighing 178 lbs (~81 kg) needs roughly 3,000 mL (3 liters) of water per day.

Tip: Your fluid needs increase with physical activity, heat exposure, IV therapy, or illness.

How Routine IV Hydration Supports Wellness

Even when performed weekly, biweekly, or monthly, IV hydration can supplement and stabilize the body’s hydration status, especially for individuals with increased metabolic demands or lifestyle factors that make it difficult to maintain adequate oral intake.

1. Restores and Maintains Optimal Fluid Balance

Even mild dehydration (1–2% body weight loss in water) can cause fatigue, headaches, and slower recovery. IV hydration quickly replenishes intravascular volume, ensuring:

Faster correction of mild dehydration
Improved circulation and oxygen delivery
More stable blood pressure and electrolyte balance

2. Supports Organ Function & Detoxification

IV fluids help the kidneys and liver flush out metabolic waste and toxins efficiently. For people who consume caffeine, alcohol, or medications that affect renal perfusion, routine IV hydration:

Reduces strain on detox organs
Enhances nutrient delivery and cellular metabolism

3. Improves Cognitive Clarity & Mood

Research links under-hydration to reduced alertness and slower processing speed. Regular IV hydration helps maintain:

Consistent electrolyte balance (especially sodium and potassium)
Improved mental clarity and focus
Reduction in fatigue-related brain fog

4. Enhances Skin Health and Appearance

IV hydration replenishes moisture at the cellular level — supporting healthy skin barrier function, elasticity, and glow. When combined with topical skincare or aesthetic treatments, it:

Improves skin tone and texture
Reduces dryness and dullness
Enhances collagen maintenance

‍ 5. Aids in Physical Recovery & Performance

Athletes, busy professionals, and those with irregular sleep schedules often experience fluctuating hydration. Routine infusions:

Replenish electrolytes after stress or exertion
Support muscle recovery and energy metabolism
Decrease post-exercise fatigue

How Often Is “Routine”?

Frequency depends on lifestyle and health goals:

Weekly: active individuals, those with high stress, or frequent sauna/workout users
Biweekly: for steady energy, skin, and detox support
Monthly: maintenance-level hydration for general wellness

At Garden of Bloom Med Spa

We encourage mindful hydration before and after your treatments to support glowing skin, balanced recovery, and whole-body wellness. Our IV therapy options are designed to complement—not replace—your daily water intake.