A Season of Cheer… and Extra Thirst

The holiday season is magical — twinkling lights, cozy gatherings, family traditions, and of course… a million things competing for your energy. But one thing most people don’t realize? Christmas can be surprisingly dehydrating.

Between travel, parties, rich foods, busier schedules, and changing indoor temperatures, it’s easy for hydration to slip to the bottom of the list. And when your hydration drops, everything feels a little harder — even the fun stuff.

So let’s talk about why hydration matters during Christmas and how to stay on top of it without adding stress.

🎁 Why Christmas Is a Sneaky Dehydrator

1. Winter Air Is Drier Than You Think

Cold air outside + heated air inside = moisture leaves your body faster. Even if you’re not sweating, you’re losing hydration with every breath.

2. Coffee, Cocoa, and Holiday Drinks Take Over

Hot chocolate, peppermint mochas, and “just one more cup” of coffee during gift wrapping… it all adds up. These cozy favorites can push water out of your routine without you noticing.

3. Holiday Food Is Loaded With Sodium

Ham, stuffing, charcuterie boards, dips — delicious, yes, but salty. And salty food increases your body’s need for fluids.  Being salty is great for those with POTS, but don't forget you also need water, too!

4. Long Travel Days Mess With Your Hydration Rhythm

Road trips, airport security lines, tight schedules — all make it easy to delay drinking water.  I've been guilty of forgetting this myself!

5. Holiday Stress = Forgetting the Basics

When your to-do list is long, drinking water tends to fall off the list entirely.  Long shopping days where you're not drinking as much as you should will leave you feeling run down by the end!

🌟 How to Stay Hydrated Without Even Thinking About It

✨ Start the Day With Water Before Coffee

Just 6–8 ounces before the first holiday latte makes a huge difference.

✨ Keep a Cup or Bottle Where You Spend Time

Kitchen counter? Couch? Nightstand? Having water in sight = easy grab and more drinking.

✨ Add Electrolytes When You Need an Extra Boost

If the day is busier, warmer, or saltier than usual, a little electrolyte support can help your body absorb and hold onto the fluids you’re already drinking.

✨ Alternate Holiday Drinks With Water

Eggnog → water → cocoa → water
Doesn’t kill the vibe and helps your body keep up.

✨ Hydrate During Travel, Not After

Sip regularly on long car or flight days — even a little at a time helps.

✨ Make Hydration Festive

Add lemon slices, cranberries, or a cinnamon stick to make your water feel special.

🎄 When You’ll Especially Appreciate Good Hydration

Here are moments during the holidays when staying hydrated pays off:

• Christmas morning chaos

• Wrapping gifts until midnight

• Long car rides to see family

• Hosting dinners (hello, salty food + hot kitchen!)

• Shopping trips in crowded, warm stores

• Playing games or talking for hours

• Going in and out of cold and heated spaces

• Holiday baking marathons

Hydration may be simple, but it supports every part of enjoying the season.

💧 Where NormaLyte Comes In

If you want an easy way to support hydration during the holidays, NormaLyte makes it simple. With its balanced electrolyte-glucose formula and clean ingredients, it fits easily into your routine — whether you’re traveling, hosting, shopping, or simply trying to keep up with everything December brings.

Just toss a stick in your bag, purse, or stocking and you’re set.