Ready to make water your new health hero? 

In this SUMMER REPLAY episode of the Believe Big Podcast, host Ivelisse Page dives deep into the world of hydration with special guest Jess Kelley, oncology nutrition consultant and founder of the Oncology Nutrition Institute. Get ready to bust hydration myths, decode the truth about alkaline water, and discover why proper hydration is not just a wellness trend—it's a vital tool for cancer patients and anyone wanting to thrive.

Jess brings her A-game, unpacking everything from how to tell if you're dehydrated to why minerals in water matter more than you think. She breaks down different water types (yep, they’re not all created equal), shares why your filtration system might be working against you, and gives game-changing tips to help you hydrate like a pro—even during cancer treatment.

You’ll even learn how to personalize your hydration plan and use at-home tests to track how your body’s doing. And just when you thought water couldn’t get more interesting, Jess introduces you to the therapeutic magic of hydrotherapy!

If you’ve ever underestimated the power of a glass of water, this episode will have you refilling your bottle and rethinking your habits. Tune in—your health (and your cells) will thank you. 

Connect with Jess Kelley at the Oncology Nutrition Institute:
https://www.oncologynutritioninstitute.com/

Suggested Resource Links:

• BOOK:  The Metabolic Approach to Cancer
• Mercola/Bush Hydration Podcast
• LMNT Electrolytes
• Trace Minerals Electrolytes
• Environmental Working Group (EWG)
• LINK:  Home urinalysis strips
• LINK:  Home urine sample collection cups

Note from Jess: 
Carbonated vs Non-Carbonated Water and Hydration Status. 
There are currently no studies showing both intracellular and extracellular hydration status when comparing carbonated vs non carbonated water. Intracellular hydration is more important to mitochondrial function than external. Because of this, currently it is widely accepted that both are equally hydrating. However, since we practice ancestral nutrition, we know that humans didn’t add carbonation = carbonic acid a weak acid, to water until about 100 years ago. It also REALLY depends on the sparkling water/carbonated water source. In general, plain mineral waters in glass are excellent. Those with any artificial or natural flavors, sugars, etc sho

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