Water & the Body
What percentage of our body is water?
60%
How many glasses of water should we drink each day?
At least 8
What part of the body does water help to stay soft and fresh?
Skin
What happens if we drink dirty water?
We can get sick
Where does water go first when we drink it?
Stomach
When do we need to drink more water?
When it’s hot, when we exercise, or when we are sick.
What does water do for our digestion?
It helps break down food
Name one disease caused by dirty water.
Cholera, diarrhea, typhoid, etc.
How does water help the brain?
It helps us think and focus.
Why is water better than soda?
It has no sugar and helps our body work well
Why is water important for blood circulation?
It moves oxygen to all parts of the body
What problem can too much sugar cause?
Obesity, bad teeth, diabetes.
What organ cleans water in our body?
Kidneys
Name two ways our body loses water.
Sweating and going to the bathroom.
Name three parts of the body that need water.
Brain, muscles, skin, kidneys, blood, etc.
How did drinking soda affect Carlos?
He felt tired and had headaches
How does water help our muscles?
To work well
What happens if we don’t drink enough water?
We feel tired, get headaches, and have dry skin.
What did Amina have to do every day to get water?
She Walked for two hours under the hot sun water