SKÜMA BLOG
Science, Wellness & Smarter Hydration
Welcome to our blog — your trusted source for everything water, wellness, and performance.
Here, we dive deep into the science of hydration, explore practical tips for healthy living, and share expert insights from nutritionists, athletes, and researchers.
Articles
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Hydration and Sleep: The Science of Overnight Recovery
We talk a lot about hydration for performance, focus, and recovery, but what happens when the lights go out? While you sleep, your body shifts into full repair mode. Muscles...
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The Science-Backed Pre-9AM Routine That Will Transform Your Day
How to optimise your morning hours for peak performance, health, and hydration. The first hours of your day set the tone for everything that follows. While most people stumble through...
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The Room Temperature Water Myth: Does Cold Water Really Slow Digestion?
The Origins of the Cold Water Fear The belief that cold water harms digestion isn't new. Traditional Chinese Medicine has long taught that cold foods and drinks can dampen the...
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Electrolysis: What It Reveals About Your Tap Water
Most of us trust our tap water without thinking twice. It looks clear, tastes fine, and boils up just like any other liquid. But what if we told you there’s...
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The Great Energy Revolution: Why Gen Z Is Ditching Coffee Jitters For Natural Fuel
The Shift In Outsourcing Our 'Energy' and Why Natural Can Be Better. "More caffeine = more productivity." For decades, this equation seemed unshakeable. But 2025 data reveals a dramatic shift:...
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Your Sweat Knows When You're Dehydrated (Before You Do)
New Research Tells Us More About Our Sweat: The Science Behind 2025's Breakthrough Hydration Technology We've all been there - that moment when you suddenly realise you're parched, your head...
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5 Ways to Improve your Digestion Naturally
Five things for you to try at home to improve your digestion issues: From bloating to sluggishness, poor digestion affects everything from mood to energy. The good news? You don’t...
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What Energy Drinks are Really Doing to Your Body
Energy drinks are everywhere - used for a quick pick-me-up, pre-workout buzz, or late-night study session. But what are they really doing to your body, and how do they stack...
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How Triathletes Master Hydration for Performance: Meet Siân Rainsley
Hydration is crucial for every athlete, but for triathletes - who balance three demanding disciplines - staying hydrated can make or break performance. And when you add a condition like...
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Think your tap water is safe? Think again.
You might trust your tap water now... But what if it’s slowly harming your health? In July 2025, several French towns were forced to shut off tap water - not...
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Hydration Lessons from Cultures That Live Longest
What if the secret to better hydration wasn’t just how much water you drink - but how and when you drink it? Around the world, long-lived cultures have developed daily water rituals...
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How to Hydrate in a Heat Wave
Smarter ways to hydrate when battling the heat: When the temperature soars, hydration becomes more than a routine - it should become a priority. In the UK’s increasingly common heatwaves,...