Water bottles to get you to drink up

They might be massive, but bottles with inspirational phrases are encouraging users to stay hydrated

Motivational water bottles, such as these from HydroMate (left), come with markings and phrases that aim to get people to drink water.
Motivational water bottles, such as these from HydroMate (left), come with markings and phrases that aim to get people to drink water. PHOTO: NYTIMES
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Since Mr John Jannuzzi began drinking water last month from a bulky bottle with a protruding plastic straw, he has taken measures to keep the mammoth contraption out of Zoom's view.

"I feel like a total baby," said the 35-year-old founder of Jannuzzi's Cookies. "I'm basically drinking from an adult sippy cup."

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A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Straits Times on February 24, 2021, with the headline Water bottles to get you to drink up. Subscribe