A little known way to save money is to drink lots of water. At first glance, you may ask, “How in the world can drinking water save me money?!”
The answer is simple. Studies have shown that when we feel hungry we are often actually thirsty. Instead of reaching for the chips when hunger strikes, you can reach for the faucet (which is nearly free in terms of cost and totally free in terms of calories). Drinking water fills your stomach and helps ward off hunger feelings within 20 minutes of drinking it.
Staying hydrated also has added benefits. You have more energy, which lets you get more done with your day. Getting more done lets you make more money. Staying hydrated also keeps your immune system running in top form. This helps ward off illness and viruses, which can be very hard on the wallet in terms of medical bills and lost work time.
You don’t have to buy bottled water to receive this benefit. In fact, buying bottled water would defeat a good portion of the money saving benefit received from drinking water. The US water supply is extremely safe so the faucet is more than adequate. If you are concerned about chemicals, we recommend attaching a water filter to your faucet. This Brita filter from Walmart costs about $35 and provides 100 gallons of fresh, clean water per filter. It is a wonderful, cost-effective way to get bottled water taste for a fraction of the price.
