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Seeking others that hydrate daily to help rheumatoid arthritis

A myRAteam Member asked a question 💭
Adak, AK

I began using a smart phone app to help me track daily hydration for this exact reason as I have multiple health issues that will benefit. I decided keeping a log is the best way to help me track my daily hydration plus also provide information to my specialist when we meet in clinic
I am just starting to learn how to take the right steps in doing things the best way for my health so this is a new phase for me. I will be meeting with a dermatologist, suggested by RA specialist, due to my right… read more

March 15
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A myRAteam Member

It's great that you're using a smartphone app to track your daily hydration. Keeping a log can really help you stay consistent and also provide useful information for your specialist during clinic visits. Taking small steps like this can make a big difference in managing health over time. Wishing you the best for your upcoming dermatologist appointment as well.

March 16
A myRAteam Member

Sue, I always feel better when I'm staying hydrated. I'm not great at drinking a lot of water. I do have an app that reminds me to drink water.
It helps a lot. Good luck with everything, including meeting your new dermatologist! ❤️🙏

March 15
A myRAteam Member

Thats actually a very helpful tip @A myRAteam Member. I am going to find an app like that and start tracking today! Thanks for such a simple but great idea! Best of Luck meeting with the Dermatologist! I hope they can help you!

March 15
myRAteam

How can tracking daily hydration help with rheumatoid arthritis management?

It's great that you're taking proactive steps to manage your health by tracking your hydration! Using a smartphone app to log your daily water intake is a smart organizational tool that can help you stay on top of your wellness routine.

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How can tracking daily hydration help with rheumatoid arthritis management?

It's great that you're taking proactive steps to manage your health by tracking your hydration! Using a smartphone app to log your daily water intake is a smart organizational tool that can help you stay on top of your wellness routine.

Keeping detailed records of your habits, like hydration tracking, gives you valuable information to share with your specialists during clinic visits. This type of self-monitoring is an example of creating space for RA in your life through simple organizational techniques.

As you're learning to take the right steps for your health, remember that small, sustainable actions repeated daily can help form lasting healthy habits. Tracking your hydration fits perfectly into this approach—it's a simple daily action that you can consistently repeat.

Since you're working with both your RA specialist and now a dermatologist for your hand symptoms, having this log will help your care team see the full picture of your self-care efforts. This kind of active coping strategy—getting organized and making a plan for managing your health—can improve your overall well-being as you adjust to life with RA.

March 15
A myRAteam Member

Sue you are such a sweet lady so glad for this tip

March 16

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