Starving of Dehydration
- 5.29.2009
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As the weather gets warmer and people get more active, it is imperative to protect our bodies from harm and abuse. Our bodies are finely tuned machines that require strict upkeep. The human body is made up of 60% water, with every organ system depending on water to function. If you do not replenish water throughout the day you run the risk of dehydration and damage to your body, as it is unable to fully function. The Mayo clinic suggests healthy adults drink between 8 and 13, 8 oz glasses of water a day, more if you are sweating, exercising, pregnant, nursing, or especially active.
Do not use thirst alone as a guide for when to drink. By the time you become thirsty, you may already be experiencing dehydration. Also, know that as you get older your body is less able to sense dehydration and send your brain signals of thirst. Excessive thirst and increased urination can be signs of a more serious medical condition that should be discussed with your doctor.
The Mayo Clinic suggests that people make water the beverage of choice to make sure that they meet their body’s requirements. Nearly every healthy adult can consider the following:
* Drink a glass of water with each meal and between each meal.
* Hydrate before, during and after exercise.
* Substitute sparkling water for alcoholic drinks at social gatherings.
Make these habits a part of your lifestyle and protect yourself from the devastating effects of dehydration.
Do not use thirst alone as a guide for when to drink. By the time you become thirsty, you may already be experiencing dehydration. Also, know that as you get older your body is less able to sense dehydration and send your brain signals of thirst. Excessive thirst and increased urination can be signs of a more serious medical condition that should be discussed with your doctor.
The Mayo Clinic suggests that people make water the beverage of choice to make sure that they meet their body’s requirements. Nearly every healthy adult can consider the following:
* Drink a glass of water with each meal and between each meal.
* Hydrate before, during and after exercise.
* Substitute sparkling water for alcoholic drinks at social gatherings.
Make these habits a part of your lifestyle and protect yourself from the devastating effects of dehydration.
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