Facts
What percentage of the human body is made up of water?
50%-75%
What is a common sign of dehydration?
Dark urine, dizziness, dry mouth, fatigue, etc.
What brand of bottled water is the top selling in the U.S.?
True or False: Eating fruits and vegetables can help you stay hydrated.
True!
Why is it important to drink water before, during, and after exercise?
Helps maintain body temperature, prevents cramps, and aids muscle recovery
How many cups of water should the average person drink per day?
About 8 cups, varies by individual
What is the best time of day to drink water to kickstart hydration?
First thing in the morning
True or False: Dehydration is hard for the heart to pump blood throughout the body.
True! Being hydrated aids in heart health and pumping blood more easily throughout the body.
While exercising, how often should you break for a drink of water?
around every 20 minutes
What is a common symptom of dehydration during exercise?
Muscle cramps, dizziness, fatigue.
What organ is responsible for filtering water in the body?
Kidneys
How does dehydration affect brain function?
Causes headaches, trouble concentrating, and slower reaction times.
True or False: Even mild dehydration can affect your cognitive functions.
True! Hydrating help your focus, mood and cognitive abilities
What animal can survive its entire life without drinking water?
Kangaroo rat
Why do athletes often drink electrolyte-enhanced water?
To replace lost minerals during sweating and maintain hydration balance.
What is the main way your body loses water throughout the day?
Sweat, urine, breathing
What beverage can dehydrate you instead of hydrating you?
Alcohol, excessive caffeine
Physical Signs of dehydration are....
Dry lips, dizziness, headaches.
Drink your water!
How long can a person survive without water?
Around 3 days, but it depends on conditions.
How does sweating help regulate body temperature?
Sweat evaporates, cooling the body down.
Name one fruit or vegetable that contains a high amount of water.
Watermelon, cucumber, oranges, celery, etc.
Why is hydration important for kidney function?
Helps flush out toxins and prevent kidney stones.
What foods are high in water rich nutrients to help hydrate your body?
Watermelon, Cucumbers, Celery, lettuce, tomatoes, zucchini, strawberries, cantaloupe. All of these are 90% water.
Water keeps you alive in which of the following ways?
A. Opens blood vessels so nutrients can travel to your kidneys, brain, and other organs
B. Removes waste from your blood in the form of urine
C. Sparks the work of almost all your body’s cells
D.All the above
D.All the above
How much of their water do people typically get from food?
only 20%