My boyfriend is always on my case about drinking more water. I've been better about it lately, but it's still a struggle even as I exercise more.

That's why an article in today's Orlando Sentinel on the dangers of dehydration gave me pause. Though the article focuses on folks exercising in the Florida sun, it's definitely applicable here after our recent heat wave.

And as Kate Santich's piece points out, not just athletes get dehydrated. In fact, anyone can become dehydrated and experience symptoms such as a lack of mental clarity, lethargy, headaches and burning sensations in the stomach.

Experts suggest incorporating more water into your day and when exercising, replacing the salt you lose when sweating it out.

Check out the full article for more tips.

As for me, I gotta go. The office water cooler is calling.

-- Amanda Barrett, amNY.com