by Fern Shaw | Aug 17, 2020 | bottle fed water coolers, mains fed water cooler, water cooler, Water Coolers
We understand that you wish the best for everyone who works in your office – and that their health and well-being is vital for their being able to perform at their very best while they are at work.
That said, we also understand that the focus of your day-to-day business operations most likely isn’t directed towards what the best, most cost-effective and convenient solutions are to ensure that your staff have easy access to a constant supply of refreshing chilled drinking water.
The good news is that there is a simple solution. Speak to us at AquAid . For more than 22 years, we have been supplying office water coolers and bottled water from source to more than 33,000 customers across the UK.
What’s more, we offer nationwide coverage with our 23 branches across England, Scotland and Northern Ireland; all committed to meeting AquAid’s exacting customer service standards.
Unsure of what water cooler you need for your office?
We offer a free on-site survey to assess what your needs are and which of our range of high-quality office water coolers, be they bottled, mainsfed water coolers or water boilers best suit your requirements.
AquAid are a large organisation – are we able to provide a personal touch?
With AquAid, you gain the efficiency and resources of a national company coupled with the personal, hands-on service of a local provider. In addition, because we understand that each customer’s needs are different, we tailor each contract to meet your specific requirements.
Added benefits at no cost
Aside from providing office water coolers, installed by one of our qualified engineers, as well as a three or six month service carried out by our WHA accredited service technicians, partnering with AquAid results in you also helping to bring opportunity and hope to thousands of people every day.
Each installation of an AquAid Mainsfed water cooler and each bottle of water purchased carry an automatic donation to the charities that AquAid have supported since our inception in 1998.
For all your office water cooler requirements, contact AquAid: Website: www.aquaidwatercoolers.co.uk E-mail marie@aquaidwatercoolers.co.uk: Phone: 0800 772 3003
by Fern Shaw | Aug 5, 2020 | bottle fed water coolers, Water Boilers, water cooler
You did read that right. One of the simplest ways to check how hydrated (or dehydrated for that matter) you are is to:
Pinch yourself. Your hydration level directly affects your skin’s ability to change shape and return to normal. Using your pointer finger and thumb, gently pinch the skin on the back of your hand and hold for a few seconds. If the skin takes a while to return to its normal position when you let go, you could be dehydrated. A gentle pinch, mind, the idea is not to hurt yourself.
Reverse the dehydration. Now that you’ve established that you are more dehydrated than you realised, counteraction is easy.
Drink water more. In the current circumstances, good health habits can easily fall by the wayside. Don’t allow this. Whether you work remotely, have returned to your office or formal workplace or are constantly on the go, make sure you always have access to drinking water and carry water with you.
Hydration boosts better function. Increasing your water intake not only produces a healthier, plumped up skin but also your body and mind’s ability to function better overall.
Water refresh where? That’s where AquAid come in. For over 22 years, we have been providing an extensive range of high quality water coolers to businesses, work sites and the educational sector across the UK. With more than 23 branches nationwide, we are well equipped to provide the best drinking water solution for your organisation, however large or small your staff contingent. Once installed, our range of water dispensers, from Bottle-Fed and Mains-Fed through to Hot Water Boilers and Instant Taps, each carry a donation to charity, providing safe water resources to millions of people in need in impoverished communities.
Contact us at AquAid today.
by Fern Shaw | Jul 22, 2020 | water cooler
Hydrate to break the cycle of stress. There’s no doubt that our stress levels have ramped up significantly this year. Where we are all doing all that we can to be kind, look out for and keep each other safe, dehydration can easily exacerbate stress. The quickest, simplest solution to counteract stress is to maintain good hydration.
As with your mug, ‘own’ your water glass. Wherever you’re currently working, invest in your own water glass. Whether it’s thick and chunky or tall and elegant, choose something distinctive. In-between drinking each glassful, leave it on your worktop. Begin a routine where each time you get up to stretch your legs or take a break, pick up your water glass and head to the water cooler to replenish your water.
Good hydration is the cheapest skin care available. Dehydration is quickly apparent in the condition of our skin. Irrespective of your level of health, your skin shows up dehydration levels through sagging, crinkly skin, flakiness and dryness. Moisturising your skin is always a good idea, but the best way to keep your skin plumped up and healthy is to drink water.
Make drinking water part of your daily routine, not part of your daily chores. In order to make this feasible, all that’s required is a mind shift reboot. Instead of resenting ‘having’ to drink water (an attitude I am sure applies to many of us), change your thinking. Whether it’s a glass (or two) of water before you begin breakfast, before you brush your teeth or before you make that first cuppa, make sure that drinking water becomes part of your everyday routine. It won’t be long before you notice the improvement in your general well-being.
by Fern Shaw | Jul 15, 2020 | water cooler
Recently we looked at food and drink ingredients that make us more dehydrated, and found that salt in particular seemed to be the main culprit.
Reducing your salt intake doesn’t mean reducing flavour. Salt has been used to flavour food (originally, it was used to preserve food) for millennia, however with the advent of modern food processing, excessive use of salt can contribute towards a number of health issues.
The simplest route to a healthier you is to make sure you drink enough water and maintain good hydration habits however; this by itself often isn’t enough.
So, if you’re a lover of salty foods what can you do to reduce your salt consumption but retain the flavour in what you eat?
There are myriad ways in which to achieve this and none of them will affect your pocket or leave you feeling, taste wise, as if you’re missing out.
There is a comprehensive list of herbs and spices, their taste profiles and uses to create great flavour, available in the Health Matters magazine that we really like the look of. A few favourites drawn from there are: mint, rosemary, oregano and paprika.
Moving a little further afield into the citrus groves, lemon remains a favourite of mine. It not only packs a powerful vitamin C punch, gives great flavour to any dish, but it’s also believed to aid weight loss; reduce the risk of heart disease; anaemia; kidney stones and digestive issues.
Whatever salt alternative flavour route you choose to follow, remember the cardinal rule to maintaining good hydration: drink water regularly throughout the day. And as always, speak to us at AquAid for all your water cooler and water boiler requirements, whether at work at the office, construction site, hospital, clinic, school, college or university.
by Fern Shaw | Jul 1, 2020 | bottle fed water coolers, water cooler, water dispenser
In April, we provided a list of suggestions to beat lockdown blues and in this instalment, we’re adding to the list.
Now that summer has officially arrived, and with it, the knowledge that getting out into the fresh air definitely promotes a sense of well-being, we present a few more to do (or not do) ideas:
Discover new places on your daily outings. Whether you are on work furlough, are obliged to self-isolate or have opted to work from home, daily exercise is vital. There are scores of walks, trails and routes across the UK, so instead of taking that usual route, why not strike out in a different direction and see where it leads? Remember to carry a bottle of water with you wherever you go.
Perfecting the cuppa – and repeat. Using your AquAid cold and hot water dispenser to make your preferred hot drink while at work is a definite plus, however, if you’re still at home, now is the ideal time to make that perfect cup of tea (and repeat).
Try on the early to bed, early to rise maxim. There’s no doubt that here in Britain we are busy, busy, busy, but keeping busy can be somewhat draining, especially if we’re determined to stay awake as late as possible, just in case we miss something. It’s possible that many of us now have extra time on our hands. This doesn’t necessarily mean that those hours need to be crammed with ‘stuff’ to do. Rather opt out, climb into bed earlier and get a good night’s rest. You’ll be amazed at how rejuvenating it is.
Finally, it’s good to remember that wherever you are, if you require a water dispenser, your Bottle-Fed water cooler topped up or bottled water delivery – here at AquAid, we continue to operate responsibly – this includes maintaining social distancing and not requiring our customers to sign for bottled water deliveries.
by Fern Shaw | Jun 24, 2020 | bottle fed water coolers, water cooler, Water Coolers, water dispenser
It is no surprise that teaching our children to drink water more may appear a task easier said than done. However, as many adults, parents and teachers know, there is a secret weapon in our arsenal. It stems from a well-known phrase: lead by example. It may seem rather tired and a bit worn out nevertheless, it is true and it is effective.
How?
Children often emulate adult behaviour, especially those adults with whom they have daily interaction. If you as the carer of a child are seen to drink water regularly, it is more probable that a child will be better encouraged to do the same, instead of merely telling the child to drink water without any example shown.
Why?
The results from a great deal of research, including a recent study at the University of East London , show that children are better able to concentrate, retain information, take part in activities and are able to better function overall the more hydrated they are.
Method?
Uninterrupted access to refreshing spring and filtered water – maintained at a pleasing ambient or chilled temperature – all at the press of a button. With more than 22 branches nationwide, this is easily achieved by installing a water cooler from AquAid.
Benefits?
Healthier and happier children of course. With AquAid, there are added benefits and these are at no additional cost to your school, academy, college or university.
For each Mainsfed Water Dispenser we install, a portion of that revenue is donated to charities. Charities such as Christian Aid the AquAid founded Africa Trust. These donations are utilised to implement clean water resources where they are needed most, like in schools and villages, in countries throughout Africa. At AquAid, we understand that helping others is key component to a healthy and strong organisation as is attested by our collective 30 years of supporting these charities.
If you would like to know more about installing a high-quality Mainsfed or Bottlefed Water Dispenser or Indoor Water Fountain, contact us.
