Thursday Tidbits

Uh Oh, here she goes with those Thursday Tidbits. Got some good ones for you! For starters, today is The Rolling Stones frontman Mick Jagger's birthday. He turns 69 years old. Mick Jagger is pure rock and roll and the Stones have had one of the most successful music careers with albums and concerts. Fans just can't get enough. Happy Birthday Mick!

By the way, Rolling Stone magazine has a feature on their website of The 10 Coolest Summer Albums of All Time. There are some great picks and I think you will like the selections. Here are The Rolling Stones in Buenos Aires to a jam-packed crowd. Keith Richards jams the guitar and of course Mick Jagger is full of energy from one end of the stage to the next. Get some Satisfaction!

Lastly, the heatwave is sweeping across the nation once again. I tweeted earlier about wishing someone would pour cold water over me ~my energy-level is drained. All I can say is keep drinking water to stay hydrated. The water pitcher in the refrigerator is constantly being refilled;-)

Be careful with salty snacks that can be dehydrating like popcorn and chips. If you do have them as a snack, drink a tall glass of water to replenish the electrolytes our bodies need. Don't forget about cool watermelon for a summertime refresher ~either slices or chunks, it's all good!

Healthy Tip of the Day

The temperatures are on the rise across the country and some states are well over 100 degrees like Arizona. I saw where the temps there will reach 110. The Atlanta area is forecasting 102 by the weekend.

Now more than ever in this heatwave, we need to drink plenty of water throughout the day. If you drink coffee, it's important to drink lots of water after several cups to replenish hydration. I know there are lots of people who enjoy soft drinks, but water is the better refresher and replaces electrolytes lost during activities like exercising.

Before heading on your commute to work or errands, place your water bottle in the freezer a few minutes so it stays cold longer. Actually, one of those insulated water bottles is better than the plastic ones because the water will stay colder while dashing in and out of the car on a hot day. Plus, it's more eco-friendly!