True or False
Drinking coffee or tea counts towards your daily fluid intake.
True!
Caffeinated beverages con contribute to hydration, but it is always best to prioritize water.
Water makes up __% of your body
______ is the most hydrating fruit.
What is watermelon?
Watermelon is made of 91% water. Luckily, we can increase water intake by eating more fruits and veggies.
You should only drink water when you feel thirsty.
False!
By the time you feel thirsty, you are already mildly dehydrated.
Increased blood pressure, increased heart rate, fainting
What are the effects of dehydration on the heart/cardiovascular system?
Each person should drink ___ cups of water per day.
This is a good baseline, but it is always good to drink more water if you exercise, spend time outside, or have any illnesses.
The human body can survive for ___ without water.
What is 1 week?
Severe dehydration is life threatening! Water is essential for maintaining body temperature, removing waste, lubricating joints, and supporting our cardiovascular and respiratory systems.
Young adults need to drink more water than older adults.
False!
Young and older adults require the same amount of water -- older adults might even need more!
Dryness, wrinkles, itchiness, under-eye circles, fine lines
What are the effects of dehydration on the skin?
Urine should be _____ if you are adequately hydrated.
Pale yellow/clear
The _____ is/are the organ(s) responsible to maintaining water balance in the body.
What are the kidneys?
Dehydration only occurs when it is hot outside.
False!
Dehydration can occur in any weather or climate.
Water aids in the digestion process and prevents __________
What is constipation?
When exercising, it is important to take water breaks at least every ___ minutes.
What is 20?
When we exercise, we lost fluids through sweat. It is important to replenish these fluids to prevent cramps, regulate body temperature, and improve overall health benefits of exercise.
___ is the chemical formula of water.
What is H2O?
Thirst is the only reliable indicator of hydration
False!
Urine color and frequency are good indicators of hydration status.
Water makes up ___% of the brain.
What is 75%?
Dehydration can lead to confusion and impaired concentration
_____ is considered the most dehydrating beverage.
What is alcohol?
Alcohol is a strong diuretic, meaning it promotes water loss. It is okay to have a drink, but make sure to balance with extra water consumption!
_______, a famous scientist, had a strict rule of drinking at least 8 glasses of water everyday -- no matter what!
Who is Albert Einstein?