Hydration Facts
On average, women need about 11.5 cups of this a day and men need about 15.5 cups of this a day (from all sources)
What is water?
This is a common digestive issue that can be caused by a lack of fluids.
What is constipation?
I am a wonderful antioxidant and act as a natural blood purifier. I also am made up of 84% water!
What are BLUEBERRIES!
I am known as the PERFECT vegetable! I contain 79% water and lots of potassium and vitamin C!
What is POTATO?
This type of bird makes its home up high on the Mayo Clinic building.
What is peregrine falcon?
This is an easy way to check if you are drinking and consuming enough fluid daily.
What is looking at the color of your urine?
Dehydration is a major cause of this annoying and embarrassing physical symptom, due to a decrease in saliva.
What is bad breath?
I am known as the "King of Fruits" and contain 83% water. I also aid in digestion and strengthen your immune system.
What are Mangos?
I am almost entirely composed of water and have very little nutritional value. I am made up of 96% water and am very refreshing!
What are CUCUMBERS!
This weather event lead to the founding of Mayo Clinic.
What is a TORNADO?
This drink is easily made with sugar and salt. It can replace lost electrolytes after a long period of heavy sweating or illness.
What is a Sports Drink or gatorade?
This is one of the earliest signs of dehydration, along with dry mouth.
What is Thirst?
I have a crown! I am rich in flavor and contain 87% water. I can fight cell damage and boost immunity.
What is PINEAPPLE!
I contain 95% water, and include immune-boosting vitamins A and C. I'm rich in fiber and some disease-fighting antioxidants, including lycopene.
What is TOMATOES?
This suit was developed for pilots by Mayo Clinic scientists during World War 2.
What is an antigravity suit?
This is the average amount of fluids the average adult loses every day.
What is 10 cups?
These 2 groups are most vulnerable to dehydration.
What are Elders and Infants?
I am a summer staple! I contain 92% water and am low in calories!
What is watermelon.
Wow, I'm 96% water! I am good for bones and immunity because of my high vitamin A and K content!
What is LETTUCE!
These brothers developed and grew Mayo Clinic into one of the best hospital systems in the world.
This is the percentage of total water intake people typically get from food (on average).
What is 20%?
Dehydration can trigger this painful condition due to causing a shrinkage in brain volume.
What is a Headache?
I am 87% water and am very high in vitamin C content.
What are oranges?
Who knew I contained 95% water content! I am high in vitamin C and am great in stir fry, soups, and salads.
What is ZUCCHINI?
This group of women served as the original nursing staff when St. Marys Hospital was founded.
Who are nuns?