Singing Teacher Guelph, Ontario

You’ve heard it before - and with good reason. Staying hydrated helps your vocal folds maintain moistness and elasticity. This is a very good thing, especially for your high notes. Water and non-caffeinated beverages are also great for vocal recovery. After the wear and tear of a day of speaking and singing, water helps remove cellular waste, mucus, and debris. Remember though, nothing you drink will actually touch your vocal folds (unless you choke). Steaming or the consistent use of a humidifier is the only way to get water directly in contact with the vocal folds. Keeping the outer surface of the vocal folds moist requires proper humidity levels. Additionally, the kind of water you drink matters. Make sure you're getting a balance of electrolytes and sourcing your water from a trusted and quality source. So drink up, steam up, and enjoy the benefits of happy, healthy, elastic vocal folds!

Gayle