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Quench: Beat Fatigue, Drop Weight, and Heal Your Body Through the New Science of Optimum Hydration
Based on breakthrough new science in the field of hydration, Quench debunks many popular myths about "getting enough water" and offers a revolutionary five-day jump start plan that shows how better hydration can reduce or eliminate ailments like chronic headaches, weight gain, gut pain, and even autoimmune conditions.
Chronic headaches, brain fog, fatigue, weight gain, insomnia, gut pain, autoimmune conditions. We may think these and other all-too-common modern maladies are due to gluten intake or too much sugar or too little exercise. But there is another missing piece to the health Proper hydration.
Yes, even in this era of Poland Spring many of us are dehydrated due to moisture-lacking diets, artificial environments, medications, and over-dependence on water as our only source of hydration. For this reason, that new diet or exercise plan may fail because our body doesn't have enough moisture to support it.
Quench presents a wellness routine that can reverse all of that, based on breakthrough new science in the field of hydration. Readers will be surprised to learn that drinking too much water can flush out vital nutrients and electrolytes. Here is where "gel water" comes the water from plants (like cucumber, berries, aloe), which our bodies are designed to truly absorb right down to the cellular level. In fact, Ms. Bria's work as an anthropologist led her to the realization that desert people stay hydrated almost exclusively from what they eat, including gel plants like cactus.
Based on groundbreaking science from the University of Washington's Pollack Water Lab and other research, Quench offers a five-day jump start hydrating meal plans and the heart of the program, smoothies and elixirs using the most hydrating and nutrient-packed plants. Another unique feature of their approach is micro-movements -- small, simple movements you can make a few times a day that will move water through your fascia, the connective tissue responsible for hydrating our bodies. You will experience more energy, focus, and better digestion within five days . . . then move onto the lifetime plan for continued improvements, even elimination of symptoms.
Chronic headaches, brain fog, fatigue, weight gain, insomnia, gut pain, autoimmune conditions. We may think these and other all-too-common modern maladies are due to gluten intake or too much sugar or too little exercise. But there is another missing piece to the health Proper hydration.
Yes, even in this era of Poland Spring many of us are dehydrated due to moisture-lacking diets, artificial environments, medications, and over-dependence on water as our only source of hydration. For this reason, that new diet or exercise plan may fail because our body doesn't have enough moisture to support it.
Quench presents a wellness routine that can reverse all of that, based on breakthrough new science in the field of hydration. Readers will be surprised to learn that drinking too much water can flush out vital nutrients and electrolytes. Here is where "gel water" comes the water from plants (like cucumber, berries, aloe), which our bodies are designed to truly absorb right down to the cellular level. In fact, Ms. Bria's work as an anthropologist led her to the realization that desert people stay hydrated almost exclusively from what they eat, including gel plants like cactus.
Based on groundbreaking science from the University of Washington's Pollack Water Lab and other research, Quench offers a five-day jump start hydrating meal plans and the heart of the program, smoothies and elixirs using the most hydrating and nutrient-packed plants. Another unique feature of their approach is micro-movements -- small, simple movements you can make a few times a day that will move water through your fascia, the connective tissue responsible for hydrating our bodies. You will experience more energy, focus, and better digestion within five days . . . then move onto the lifetime plan for continued improvements, even elimination of symptoms.
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Published January 12, 2021
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October 17, 2018
I don't have a problem with the message of this book-- drink more water, get water from plants, move more-- but I do have a problem with the frequent pseudoscience and clickbait-style writing that the authors used to deliver the messages. They acknowledge in the introduction that the science they base their claims on is not confirmed by clinical studies, but spend the rest of the book speaking as if a lot of the science is settled. In one example of misleading science, they state "But what our new science has alerted us to is that water, full of those electrolytes, is also full of electrons that run our electrical function." Science has not just discovered new electrons in water. Scientists are discovering cool new things about water, but not that it has more electrons than previously thought-- H20 has the same number we've known about for a while. The authors mis-state work on microbiomes by claiming that our gut bacteria "Even inside us, down in that dark, they can read the angle of light waves and know what time it is and what season it is." No, science has not shown that our microbiome gets daily and seasonal updates from light penetrating our organs; our microbiome interacts with other signals that *our* senses pick up on and then signal to other parts of our body. I could go on and on, but I'll give just one more example of the clickbait style writing-- the authors claim that cell phones cause dehydration because switching tasks requires the brain to make new neurotransmitters, which takes water, and because the cell-phone slouch blocks fluid flow because of the position of your neck. So...it is not actually cell phones, the same could be said for multi-tasking in general or reading a book, but that wouldn't make as exciting of a section title. And I am not going to stop doing interesting things just because I might have to expend a little water making new thoughts.
There were also plenty of contradictions, such as a section in the introduction about how bad bottled water is for the environment, and then spring water being one of the things on the shopping list for the Quench Plan). The recipes needed better editing; one "hot" beverage never mentions any heating of a single ingredient, and many the recipes call for coconut milk, without differentiating between canned coconut milk and beverage-type coconut milk-- when you are using 1 cup for a 1-serving recipe, the calorie differential is huge. The book also seems to be written for a very specific audience-- mostly women, mostly people who work at sedentary jobs, and are likely of a certain economic class. The authors say that one of the advantages to being better hydrated is that you will get up more during the day, thus moving your body more. Hardly something someone doing hard labor may need to worry about, and something people in very regimented jobs may not have the liberty to do.
Again, I'm not saying that most of us can't benefit from things like drinking more water, getting more healthy foods in our diet, and moving a bit more. But this book could have delivered that message with sound science, rather than misrepresenting and fudging on the science.
There were also plenty of contradictions, such as a section in the introduction about how bad bottled water is for the environment, and then spring water being one of the things on the shopping list for the Quench Plan). The recipes needed better editing; one "hot" beverage never mentions any heating of a single ingredient, and many the recipes call for coconut milk, without differentiating between canned coconut milk and beverage-type coconut milk-- when you are using 1 cup for a 1-serving recipe, the calorie differential is huge. The book also seems to be written for a very specific audience-- mostly women, mostly people who work at sedentary jobs, and are likely of a certain economic class. The authors say that one of the advantages to being better hydrated is that you will get up more during the day, thus moving your body more. Hardly something someone doing hard labor may need to worry about, and something people in very regimented jobs may not have the liberty to do.
Again, I'm not saying that most of us can't benefit from things like drinking more water, getting more healthy foods in our diet, and moving a bit more. But this book could have delivered that message with sound science, rather than misrepresenting and fudging on the science.
November 11, 2018
Interesting. 3.5 I believe in the need for more water, and gained some new steps for my health. I drink the water mixture every morning, I add Chia seeds in my smoothies, and take more time for stretches. I'm just not completely sold on some of their scientific truths. Even so I found some useful to me knowledge that will improve my quality of life.
April 24, 2018
Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for gifting me with this ARC. I offer my unbiased opinions in exchange for the review copy.
Quench is a unique approach for those looking to improve their overall health and rid their bodies of aches,pains and toxins. It’s not meant as a weight loss plan but it certainly promises to help reduce belly gut and other extra fat. The basic premise is water and lots of water combined with certain foods, mostly plant based will eliminate and attack all those unwanted areas leaving you feeling lighter, healthier and more energized.
I attempted to follow the 5 Day Jumpstart Quench, which is offered in the book including recipes & shopping lists. I failed on day three. I think being restricted from food and only having smoothies was too much for me. I did enjoy some of the drinks and I will incorporate some recipes, exercises and ideas into my daily life but living on mostly liquids certainly isn’t for me. And adding salt to your morning water is NASTY!!!!
I think this book has a lot to offer and suggest and is definitely worth exploring.
Quench is a unique approach for those looking to improve their overall health and rid their bodies of aches,pains and toxins. It’s not meant as a weight loss plan but it certainly promises to help reduce belly gut and other extra fat. The basic premise is water and lots of water combined with certain foods, mostly plant based will eliminate and attack all those unwanted areas leaving you feeling lighter, healthier and more energized.
I attempted to follow the 5 Day Jumpstart Quench, which is offered in the book including recipes & shopping lists. I failed on day three. I think being restricted from food and only having smoothies was too much for me. I did enjoy some of the drinks and I will incorporate some recipes, exercises and ideas into my daily life but living on mostly liquids certainly isn’t for me. And adding salt to your morning water is NASTY!!!!
I think this book has a lot to offer and suggest and is definitely worth exploring.
December 3, 2021
Background: I'm chronically dehydrated due to medication, so I was really excited to read this book. However, reading this was akin to being stuck in the checkout line at a health food store.
Deeply-flawed pseudoscience and selling points. Two white women preaching the gospel of indigenous survival techniques and how I should drink more Chia seed smoothies. I've been gooped.
Good:
Fiber might help with water retention.
Exercise, which promotes circulation, might promote better 'full-body' hydration.
Recipes. I'm always down for more recipes.
Bad:
How to loose weight by drinking water.
^ This is when I threw the book.
I didn't get a time-share after sitting in on this infomercial.
Deeply-flawed pseudoscience and selling points. Two white women preaching the gospel of indigenous survival techniques and how I should drink more Chia seed smoothies. I've been gooped.
Good:
Fiber might help with water retention.
Exercise, which promotes circulation, might promote better 'full-body' hydration.
Recipes. I'm always down for more recipes.
Bad:
How to loose weight by drinking water.
^ This is when I threw the book.
I didn't get a time-share after sitting in on this infomercial.
January 9, 2025
The authors of this book might have been able to write a nice article about their research and clinical experiences, and it might have been a positive contribution to the world, but this book is a train wreck. It's obvious that the authors don't even understand the scientific studies that they seem so excited about. Here's just one example.
Quote from the book:
"Ghee: Ghee is a clarified butter, heated until dairy particles are boiled off. This leaves behind butyric acid, an important fatty acid that plays a role in gut health. But there is more: Tests conducted by the Pollack Lab show that ghee has as high a concentration of gel water as chia seeds."
Okay. I have made ghee on many occasions because my daughter is allergic to dairy protein. Trust me, "dairy particles" (I'm assuming they mean the dairy proteins, but who knows) don't just boil off. It would be much more convenient if they did, but they don't. You heat the butter until it melts, and then the solids (the proteins) separate out from the fat and sink to the bottom of the pan. The melted butter foams up for a while (this is the trace amounts of water in the butter boiling off). When it's finished foaming and the solids are nice and brown, then you have to strain the browned solids out of the fat, and what you're left with is ghee. Ghee contains no water. The water boiled off. The "dairy particles" don't boil off; they have to be manually strained out. I looked up the Pollack Lab's tests on ghee, and what I read said that ghee seems to interact with water (if water comes into contact with it) in such a way that it encourages the water to arrange itself in the configuration necessary to form the gel water the authors are talking about. They never say that ghee has "a high concentration of gel water."
That's just one example. I won't give any others because it would be tedious. But these authors have no business writing a scientific book about human health if they can't even read study results (or, you know, blog posts about how to make ghee).
Quote from the book:
"Ghee: Ghee is a clarified butter, heated until dairy particles are boiled off. This leaves behind butyric acid, an important fatty acid that plays a role in gut health. But there is more: Tests conducted by the Pollack Lab show that ghee has as high a concentration of gel water as chia seeds."
Okay. I have made ghee on many occasions because my daughter is allergic to dairy protein. Trust me, "dairy particles" (I'm assuming they mean the dairy proteins, but who knows) don't just boil off. It would be much more convenient if they did, but they don't. You heat the butter until it melts, and then the solids (the proteins) separate out from the fat and sink to the bottom of the pan. The melted butter foams up for a while (this is the trace amounts of water in the butter boiling off). When it's finished foaming and the solids are nice and brown, then you have to strain the browned solids out of the fat, and what you're left with is ghee. Ghee contains no water. The water boiled off. The "dairy particles" don't boil off; they have to be manually strained out. I looked up the Pollack Lab's tests on ghee, and what I read said that ghee seems to interact with water (if water comes into contact with it) in such a way that it encourages the water to arrange itself in the configuration necessary to form the gel water the authors are talking about. They never say that ghee has "a high concentration of gel water."
That's just one example. I won't give any others because it would be tedious. But these authors have no business writing a scientific book about human health if they can't even read study results (or, you know, blog posts about how to make ghee).
August 26, 2018
Quench introduced some interesting ideas about water and how to increase ingestion of it through eating various fruits, vegetables and seeds (i.e. ground chia seeds). The authors discuss the "quench plan" which involves having smoothies that contain ingredients which positively impact the absorption of water. The book cites many recent studies about water's work in the body and how many people are not getting the water they need each day (which can result in fatigue, brain fog and other challenges). One of the suggestions I may try is adding lemon juice and a dash of sea salt to the first glass of water I drink in the morning.
August 11, 2022
This book answered my question. How do people living in desert climates drink 64 oz of water or more? The answer is they don't. They eat water-laden plants and chia seeds.
March 16, 2018
It's probably no surprise to any reader that most people are dehydrated to varying degrees; this book offers reasons for why that is and remedies to fix it.
The main point that appears to be where this book digs its heels is that water is better absorbed when its in a gelatinous state, as opposed to when you're drinking it straight of a bottle, or from the tap. Via published scientific reports, experiences with various patients, and knowledge about various cultures (that have made the suggested eating/drinking habits tried and true), the two authors want to present a program meant to incur a holistic change of health for the reader, whether you are an office worker subject to a sedentary lifestyle, or an athletic person seeking for that edge to stave off injury and prolong endurance.
Admittedly, the book doesn't pop with the pizzazz that so many of these types of diet books get you with, and I'd attribute that to the fact that the authors aren't salespeople by trade; they want to see you living life to the fullest, and they think this is a fast lane to such a goal. If the presentation of the program feels more unpracticed and clinical than stuff you've read in the past, maybe that's the reason.
Other reviews mention contradictions regarding foods and drinks in the diet, but I hardly think it's enough to dissuade me from suggesting that anyone turn away from the "Quench" plan or at least something resembling it---in effect, this book is full of neat-looking smoothie, soup, and drink recipes that will certainly have you feeling better that, frankly, would be worth the price of the book alone. Personally, I already incorporate many of these foods in my diet, and I can agree that they make a world of difference. If you're not a health nut, then please, by all means, read this and consider the information therein. I don't believe there's a single thing in this plan that would be of any detriment to you (unless you're allergic to something). It might hurt your wallet a little, but the book also provides some wiggle room for substitutions based on budgetary constraints. Just try a few things if you're skeptical, a few things you know you can manage.
It's a good recommend from me. There's great information on display in the book, I've learned some tips and treats to put into place in my life, and I know of several people who could severely benefit from a program like this.
Many thanks to NetGalley for the advance copy.
The main point that appears to be where this book digs its heels is that water is better absorbed when its in a gelatinous state, as opposed to when you're drinking it straight of a bottle, or from the tap. Via published scientific reports, experiences with various patients, and knowledge about various cultures (that have made the suggested eating/drinking habits tried and true), the two authors want to present a program meant to incur a holistic change of health for the reader, whether you are an office worker subject to a sedentary lifestyle, or an athletic person seeking for that edge to stave off injury and prolong endurance.
Admittedly, the book doesn't pop with the pizzazz that so many of these types of diet books get you with, and I'd attribute that to the fact that the authors aren't salespeople by trade; they want to see you living life to the fullest, and they think this is a fast lane to such a goal. If the presentation of the program feels more unpracticed and clinical than stuff you've read in the past, maybe that's the reason.
Other reviews mention contradictions regarding foods and drinks in the diet, but I hardly think it's enough to dissuade me from suggesting that anyone turn away from the "Quench" plan or at least something resembling it---in effect, this book is full of neat-looking smoothie, soup, and drink recipes that will certainly have you feeling better that, frankly, would be worth the price of the book alone. Personally, I already incorporate many of these foods in my diet, and I can agree that they make a world of difference. If you're not a health nut, then please, by all means, read this and consider the information therein. I don't believe there's a single thing in this plan that would be of any detriment to you (unless you're allergic to something). It might hurt your wallet a little, but the book also provides some wiggle room for substitutions based on budgetary constraints. Just try a few things if you're skeptical, a few things you know you can manage.
It's a good recommend from me. There's great information on display in the book, I've learned some tips and treats to put into place in my life, and I know of several people who could severely benefit from a program like this.
Many thanks to NetGalley for the advance copy.
December 12, 2019
Fascinating overview of hydration and how to achieve it
I loved this book! The science was sound and it is well referenced. I learned a ton I didn’t know and I’ve been reading in health and wellness for over 10 years now. I especially love how practical it is to apply these tips. You can do as little or as much as you like. It may be difficult if your transitioning from a standard American diet but if you’re already eating fairly well - not too much processed, watching dairy and meat intake, thinking about quality (organic, locally sourced) and buying on occasion, you’ll find this a nice next step. I’m so excited about this book I plan on reading all the recommendations they give and trying as many recipes as I can (have some food sensitivities so won’t be able to for some). I do think this is information for everyone - and I’m hoping for me personally that the Quench program holds the key to my chronic dry eyes. Definitley a good read!
I loved this book! The science was sound and it is well referenced. I learned a ton I didn’t know and I’ve been reading in health and wellness for over 10 years now. I especially love how practical it is to apply these tips. You can do as little or as much as you like. It may be difficult if your transitioning from a standard American diet but if you’re already eating fairly well - not too much processed, watching dairy and meat intake, thinking about quality (organic, locally sourced) and buying on occasion, you’ll find this a nice next step. I’m so excited about this book I plan on reading all the recommendations they give and trying as many recipes as I can (have some food sensitivities so won’t be able to for some). I do think this is information for everyone - and I’m hoping for me personally that the Quench program holds the key to my chronic dry eyes. Definitley a good read!
July 25, 2021
Bottled water costs as much as $10 per gallon compared to less than a penny per gallon for tap water.
It takes three liters of water to produce one liter bottle of water.
Gulp water rather than sip it. This gives your organs a good soak first thing in the morning.
Drink 8 ounces of water before each meal.
Chia, Pumpkin, Hemp, Sunflower seeds help absorb water and add additional energy.
You should be going to the bathroom every two to three hours.
Drinking half your body weight in ounces is a general a guideline that is widely used.
Pizza with all the salt and ingredients is dehydrating :(
It takes three liters of water to produce one liter bottle of water.
Gulp water rather than sip it. This gives your organs a good soak first thing in the morning.
Drink 8 ounces of water before each meal.
Chia, Pumpkin, Hemp, Sunflower seeds help absorb water and add additional energy.
You should be going to the bathroom every two to three hours.
Drinking half your body weight in ounces is a general a guideline that is widely used.
Pizza with all the salt and ingredients is dehydrating :(
September 3, 2018
Snippets taken from this book:
* water from fruits and veggies are far better for you than water
* water from the tap is better for you than bottled water (cheaper, too)
* great recipe for "gatorade"
* great tips for how to avoid environmental dehydration (ex. air conditioning, poor posture)
* micro-movements throughout the day can help with hydration
* recipes at the end to get started
* the benefits of massage therapy combined with the healing process
Beneficial that it had a section for kids and teens who play sports or are active and how to stay hydrated.
* water from fruits and veggies are far better for you than water
* water from the tap is better for you than bottled water (cheaper, too)
* great recipe for "gatorade"
* great tips for how to avoid environmental dehydration (ex. air conditioning, poor posture)
* micro-movements throughout the day can help with hydration
* recipes at the end to get started
* the benefits of massage therapy combined with the healing process
Beneficial that it had a section for kids and teens who play sports or are active and how to stay hydrated.
October 10, 2022
Quench gets 5-stars for hydration-related intrigue and 2-stars for its breathless religiosity. Must every exploration of physiological "science" represent the perfect solution for nearly every possible ailment? The most interesting parts of "Quench" relate to the smaller, less detectable ways our bodies either hydrate or ossify due to lack of water. These include screen exposure, modern air circulation, small movements, and the water-retaining capacity of various foods. If only the writers could have stayed more level headed...but "Smoothies Save the Day" is not scripture, in my book.
July 19, 2025
This book was so informative! Going into this read, I didn’t even know there was a “program” or a “plan” for following. I honestly thought I was just reading a book about water and hydration. As an esthetician, I am always trying to learn more about the skin for my clients. As an esthetician, I am also a little worried about this book because it could be so helpful that I may lose some clients! (I’m being a bit hyperbolic- skincare is a journey.) If I was more concerned with my ability to make money than I was with my clients skin conditions then I might hide this book away and never tell them. But it is so beneficial to the lives of all humans that I have to tell them, to help them, to possibly even cure them of the most annoying skin concerns. The information in this book should be taught to high schoolers- or at the very least, any teen playing sports! I got it from the library, but now I need to buy a physical copy as well to refer back to as often as I may need.
June 26, 2022
A year or so ago, I suddenly found myself with dry mouth and dry eyes. I've read a few books on hydration and Quench is my favorite so far. It includes a lot of new research along with interesting ways that ancient people hydrated. For instance, they hydrated with plants and seeds. (One recommendation is to eat ground chia seeds along with your liquid of choice.)
Every health book recommends drinking a glass of lemon water first thing in the morning. So that must be important. This book takes it a step further, recommending specific hydrating smoothies and meals throughout your day. It also recommends certain movements (massage, dry brushing, micromovements, etc.) to get the water distributed throughout your body. This can be crucial, especially if you find yourself sitting at a desk during the day.
I highly recommend this book and it includes a whole diet/movement program if you so desire.
Every health book recommends drinking a glass of lemon water first thing in the morning. So that must be important. This book takes it a step further, recommending specific hydrating smoothies and meals throughout your day. It also recommends certain movements (massage, dry brushing, micromovements, etc.) to get the water distributed throughout your body. This can be crucial, especially if you find yourself sitting at a desk during the day.
I highly recommend this book and it includes a whole diet/movement program if you so desire.
June 3, 2021
I found a few new items on healthy living and some new food items to try. The book seems to be science-based, but I need to check out the citations. Yes, the book includes an index, citations, and notes. The few things I've tried worked, but I'm not willing to do a complete diet makeover. I eat fairly healthy now, but I'm willing to try some of the things new to me.
December 20, 2020
3.5 stars. The list art of hydration - really good information about how to effectively hydrate your body at the cellular level. The most valuable chapter is the 5-day quench program.
August 11, 2021
Very informative
October 18, 2022
A decent surface level look at just how important hydration is to the human body. My biggest complaint is that it’s yet another book that touts daily smoothies.
April 14, 2023
Honestly—a must read for all human bodies
July 30, 2020
Quench is an illuminating book about the newest hydration science.
My brother sent me this book filled with tips and formulas for hydrating. (Thanks, Den!) Here are a few things I learned:
1. It’s been discovered that water actually has a fourth state, a gel state that is found in the body’s facia. What?! Yes. It’s more like H32O, than H2O.
2. Fruit is super hydrating and sometimes even more effective than water.
3. Chia seeds are super hydrating.
4. Simply moving the body, even very small movements, is hydrating.
5. Sweat does an excellent job of removing waste from the body, but it should be cleaned off your skin immediately to prevent your skin from simply reabsorbing these impurities.
6. The infrared light lamp really is hydrating—I had been skeptical about this newest trend, but now I’m a believer.
7. Salt is not as horrible as has been said. Sea salt or Himalayan salt (not table salt!) is actually good for you, in moderation.
8. Hydration is especially important to prevent injuries in athletes. Especially concussions.
9. That mid-afternoon zombie state? It’s caused by dehydration.
10. And below are the most hydrating fruits and vegetables:
My brother sent me this book filled with tips and formulas for hydrating. (Thanks, Den!) Here are a few things I learned:
1. It’s been discovered that water actually has a fourth state, a gel state that is found in the body’s facia. What?! Yes. It’s more like H32O, than H2O.
2. Fruit is super hydrating and sometimes even more effective than water.
3. Chia seeds are super hydrating.
4. Simply moving the body, even very small movements, is hydrating.
5. Sweat does an excellent job of removing waste from the body, but it should be cleaned off your skin immediately to prevent your skin from simply reabsorbing these impurities.
6. The infrared light lamp really is hydrating—I had been skeptical about this newest trend, but now I’m a believer.
7. Salt is not as horrible as has been said. Sea salt or Himalayan salt (not table salt!) is actually good for you, in moderation.
8. Hydration is especially important to prevent injuries in athletes. Especially concussions.
9. That mid-afternoon zombie state? It’s caused by dehydration.
10. And below are the most hydrating fruits and vegetables:
February 2, 2018
"Quench" is about hydration through eating plants and through movement. I've been interested in this concept of a fourth phase of water since watching a YouTube TEDX presentation about it. This book used that same material and other information you can easily find on the internet, though she did include some information about fascia that I hadn't heard before.
The authors talked about how your body uses water and how dehydration may be a cause behind various health conditions. They talked about the fourth state of water, which naturally occurs in abundance in foods like fruits and vegetables. They talked about how eating whole fruits and veggies is a good way to hydrate and how movement, even small movements, helps to keep you hydrated. Unfortunately, I often didn't find the descriptions of suggested micro-movements to be clear and the simplistic illustrations didn't clarify things for me.
They also talked about hydration for anti-aging and in special populations, like children and the elderly. They included smoothie, soup, and other hydrating recipes and a 5-day plan of what to eat and drink to be optimally hydrated.
Unfortunately, they would often say one thing in one spot and then say something seemingly contradictory in another spot. For example, they talked about how great Yerba Mate is for hydration, but it's high in caffeine (which they don't mention). Yet they strongly recommend that you minimize or eliminate tea and coffee due to its caffeine content. Then they talked about a study that shows that up to 4 cups of coffee will not dehydrate you. Also, they suggested adding a pinch of salt to every glass of water you drink even though salt is dehydrating. So it is a good topic, but the presentation was confusing at times.
I received an ebook Advanced Reader Copy of this book from the publisher through NetGalley.
The authors talked about how your body uses water and how dehydration may be a cause behind various health conditions. They talked about the fourth state of water, which naturally occurs in abundance in foods like fruits and vegetables. They talked about how eating whole fruits and veggies is a good way to hydrate and how movement, even small movements, helps to keep you hydrated. Unfortunately, I often didn't find the descriptions of suggested micro-movements to be clear and the simplistic illustrations didn't clarify things for me.
They also talked about hydration for anti-aging and in special populations, like children and the elderly. They included smoothie, soup, and other hydrating recipes and a 5-day plan of what to eat and drink to be optimally hydrated.
Unfortunately, they would often say one thing in one spot and then say something seemingly contradictory in another spot. For example, they talked about how great Yerba Mate is for hydration, but it's high in caffeine (which they don't mention). Yet they strongly recommend that you minimize or eliminate tea and coffee due to its caffeine content. Then they talked about a study that shows that up to 4 cups of coffee will not dehydrate you. Also, they suggested adding a pinch of salt to every glass of water you drink even though salt is dehydrating. So it is a good topic, but the presentation was confusing at times.
I received an ebook Advanced Reader Copy of this book from the publisher through NetGalley.
May 11, 2020
I read this book based off of a recommendation from a blogger that I follow. She said this book was about how you need to hydrate yourself, but proper hydration is best absorbed through eating instead of drinking plain water. That alone piqued my interest so I decided to give this book a try.
In the beginning they talk about how a lot of ailments can be solved or lessened just by being hydrated since we are made of 99% of water. Every part of our body, big and small needs water to function, so without it things start to slow down or stop which affects our mindset and body function.
This book tells you why you need to "eat" your water instead of drinking it, how you can help move the water around in your body with micro movements and why, how fat is good for your body and a few other things related to hydrating your body. I especially liked the case studies they included because it would detail the different health problems people had and how the Quench Plan helped to relieve or eliminate their problems.
I don't know if I would go through the whole Quench Plan myself since I don't have any health problems, but I have started drinking water with lemon first thing in the morning and I plan on trying some of the smoothie recipes and micro movements. All in all it was a good read since I'm more aware of how to hydrate better and how water affects every single part of our bodies.
In the beginning they talk about how a lot of ailments can be solved or lessened just by being hydrated since we are made of 99% of water. Every part of our body, big and small needs water to function, so without it things start to slow down or stop which affects our mindset and body function.
This book tells you why you need to "eat" your water instead of drinking it, how you can help move the water around in your body with micro movements and why, how fat is good for your body and a few other things related to hydrating your body. I especially liked the case studies they included because it would detail the different health problems people had and how the Quench Plan helped to relieve or eliminate their problems.
I don't know if I would go through the whole Quench Plan myself since I don't have any health problems, but I have started drinking water with lemon first thing in the morning and I plan on trying some of the smoothie recipes and micro movements. All in all it was a good read since I'm more aware of how to hydrate better and how water affects every single part of our bodies.
May 5, 2018
Adequate hydration is essential for overall health, and most of us are chronically dehydrated. Thankfully the authors of QUENCH teach readers simple steps and recipes to improve hydration, with plenty of explanations and research to clarify why it's necessary. What I liked most about this book is how most readers should find the recipes, micromovements, and hydration recommendations easy and sustainable for the recommended 5-day period.
I'm excited to try a few of the recipes, such as Chilled Honeydew-Pear Soup, Bone Broth with Sauteed Nectarines and Pine Nuts, White Gazpacho, and Raspberry Rose Chia Jam.
This book isn't pushing a new fad diet or set of dietary restrictions but instead offers smart, straightforward options to improve your daily hydration and health without feeling overwhelmed. I appreciated the emphasis on dispelling the myths around fat, recommending against artificial sweeteners, and the appendix information on the elimination diet. The resource section has a number of options for readers who want to do further research.
I received an e-copy via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
I'm excited to try a few of the recipes, such as Chilled Honeydew-Pear Soup, Bone Broth with Sauteed Nectarines and Pine Nuts, White Gazpacho, and Raspberry Rose Chia Jam.
This book isn't pushing a new fad diet or set of dietary restrictions but instead offers smart, straightforward options to improve your daily hydration and health without feeling overwhelmed. I appreciated the emphasis on dispelling the myths around fat, recommending against artificial sweeteners, and the appendix information on the elimination diet. The resource section has a number of options for readers who want to do further research.
I received an e-copy via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
May 12, 2018
I received Quench in a goodreads giveaway from hatchette books.
I was pleased to get an early copy because I thought I would find the book helpful. The authors of
Quench:Beat Fatigue,Drop Weight, and Heal Your Body Through the New Science of Optimum Hydration are Dr. Dana Cohen, who practices integrative medicine and Gina Bria, who is an anthropologist and speaker who specializes in science and hydration. They believe that proper hydration is important for optimal health and performance,and can eliminate many ailments. Quench
is based on new science and research that the authors have used to create a 5 day jump start program,
which has one eat water instead of drinking it. They also include small simple exercises that help move the water through the connective tissue which hydrates the body. There are also recipes and meal plans included in the book.
I thought this book was very interesting, as well as informative and helpful. After trying the 5 day jump start program I had more energy and generally felt better.
I was pleased to get an early copy because I thought I would find the book helpful. The authors of
Quench:Beat Fatigue,Drop Weight, and Heal Your Body Through the New Science of Optimum Hydration are Dr. Dana Cohen, who practices integrative medicine and Gina Bria, who is an anthropologist and speaker who specializes in science and hydration. They believe that proper hydration is important for optimal health and performance,and can eliminate many ailments. Quench
is based on new science and research that the authors have used to create a 5 day jump start program,
which has one eat water instead of drinking it. They also include small simple exercises that help move the water through the connective tissue which hydrates the body. There are also recipes and meal plans included in the book.
I thought this book was very interesting, as well as informative and helpful. After trying the 5 day jump start program I had more energy and generally felt better.
May 19, 2021
This was a very interesting read for me! Especially going into summer and in the middle of a running challenge, I knew hydration would be an important tool to succeeding. It's something I've been focusing more and more on and this provided some important insights. Not only did the author go over how our bodies hydrate, cellularly making note of fascia and gel water, but how people across the globe from ancient to recent time have hydrated using what they have that we can learn from. From chia seeds, to algae, herbs, to honey to the most essential take away for me is to eat your water. Don't just drink it, but when you do drink it with foods that help retain the hydration. The author provides recipes for smoothies, at the center of their 5 day quench "plan" and other tasty treats to help us be mindful and find enjoyment from our hydration levels. In pain, distracted, foggy, tired- drink up. They provide documentation of huge healing moments for patients as they quench their deficits.
October 30, 2023
On the positive side this book mentions and promotes many good recent science theory about waters use throughout our body, especially Gerald Pollack's EZ (or 4th phase of) water which represents charge separated water of gel-like consistency which aids circulation. On the minus side, chia and smoothies and the promotion of plant=based foods and demotion of especially eggs (and fat; though the author goes out of her way to debunk the vilification of fats she actually promotes fats from seeds which some know are the wrong fatty acids for humans). OK, it's a toss up.... I'd recommend you read this book because it's primary idea -- that we all need more hydration -- is correct. But read it carefully to learn that EZ water can be obtained through red (IR) light exposure and carefully eating low carb leafy green or cucumber like vegetables and Not chia (or any other plant) seeds.
April 10, 2022
Even with a background in sports medicine, I learned a TON in this book about hydration and how your body functions. This one is a must read if you want optimal health or you have issues with dehydration-type symptoms like headaches, pain, fatigue, etc. This book doesn’t just talk about water, but the foods we should eat to be more hydrated and how those foods assist in hydration. I also recommend buying this book verses borrowing because there are tons of smoothie, meal and snack recipes that seem simple to make. I have already started implementing some of the quench diet recommendations to my life and look forward to doing more now that I have finished the book. Also, easy to read and understand. Great book.
March 28, 2018
This book is obviously about hydration. Yes, we all know we need to stay hydrated. This book has a different look at ways to stay hydrated. Like having a green smoothie every day. Getting hydrated by foods is key to proper hydration. One author is a doctor the other is an archaeologist. Strange "bed fellows" you might think but the archaeologist has an interesting take on how people centuries ago stayed hydrated, especially those desert dwellers.
Lots in this book we all know but do not practice. But the authors do a great job of explaining why we don't do what we should and why we should. I have started to use most of what they talk about in this book every day so we shall see. :)
Lots in this book we all know but do not practice. But the authors do a great job of explaining why we don't do what we should and why we should. I have started to use most of what they talk about in this book every day so we shall see. :)
June 3, 2022
interesting book about hydration! love that she doesn’t try to reinvent the wheel. when it comes to health, many ppl try to complicate how to be healthy. instead, this author showed how the things we already know(eating whole foods/plant based) can help you absorb more water.
super interesting, didn’t realize how hydrating plants, natural salt, and chia seeds are. book was a little dry in some parts, but it has changed my habits so it was a success. she’s big on smoothies and i’m drinking one rn so lol. i always eat healthier after i read any coherent health book so i would say read.
also u can’t have a hot girl summer if you’re not hydrating so
super interesting, didn’t realize how hydrating plants, natural salt, and chia seeds are. book was a little dry in some parts, but it has changed my habits so it was a success. she’s big on smoothies and i’m drinking one rn so lol. i always eat healthier after i read any coherent health book so i would say read.
also u can’t have a hot girl summer if you’re not hydrating so
July 4, 2023
Okay, the number one thing I learned from this book is that all your water isn’t supposed to come from h20. Only about half is supposed to, the rest is supposed to come from your hydrating food choices. That’s not all I learned but it’s the number one thing I remember about this book. I will definitely read this again and I’ve recommended it to about 5 people already. It is so nice to just be told things in a straightforward but scientifically backed way. I really enjoyed the writing voice and I appreciated all the myths that were debunked. This one is definitely a winner!
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