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This season, I’m reaching for something different: Vesper by Pique.
Pique is known for blending ancient botanicals with modern science to create elevated wellness essentials. Vesper might be my favorite yet. It’s a non-alcoholic, adaptogenic aperitif that delivers the relaxed, social glow of a cocktail. Without alcohol or the next-day fog.
It’s what I pour when I want something special in my glass on a bright spring evening. Each sip feels celebratory and uplifting. Relaxed body. Clear mind. No haze. No sleep disruption.
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Each summer, high temperatures affect millions of people across the United States. The immediate risks of heat—such as heat exhaustion and dehydration—are well known, but prolonged or repeated exposure to heat may also place added stress on the muscles, joints, and bones.
How the Body Responds to Heat
To stay cool in hot conditions, the body shifts resources away from routine functions and toward temperature regulation. Blood flow increases toward the skin to release heat, and more water is used to produce sweat. These responses are essential for cooling the body, but when they happen often—especially without enough fluid replacement—they can cause dehydration and affect the musculoskeletal system.
Effects on Joint Health
Joints are especially vulnerable because they rely on synovial fluid, a water-rich fluid that lubricates the space between bones. When the body becomes dehydrated, available fluids are directed toward cooling the body rather than maintaining joint lubrication. As a result, the joint surfaces may experience more friction, which can contribute to stiffness, discomfort, and pain.
Effects on Bone Health
Dehydration can also affect bone health over time. Water helps transport nutrients throughout the body, including calcium and vitamin D, which are important for maintaining bone strength. Without enough water, these nutrients may not be delivered as effectively to the bones, even when a person’s diet includes them.
Water also supports the body’s ability to remove waste products from muscles and bones. When dehydration limits this process, inflammation may increase and bone tissue may become more vulnerable over time. These effects may contribute to the development or worsening of osteoporosis and other musculoskeletal conditions.
Heat and dehydration can affect more than immediate comfort and energy levels. When the body works harder to stay cool, fluids are redirected toward temperature regulation, which can reduce joint lubrication, limit nutrient delivery, and make it harder to clear waste from muscles and bones. Staying well hydrated during hot weather supports joint comfort, helps maintain bone strength, and protects overall musculoskeletal health.