Hydration Basics
How much water should women consume each day?
2 liters (8 cups)
True or False:
Water provides structure to cells
True
What is it called when the amount of water needed is not met?
Dehydration
Is alcohol dehydrating?
Yes
What are the two fluid compartments?
Extracellular fluid
Intracellular fluid
2.6 liters (10 cups)
How does water serve as a protection for a fetus?
The fetus is surrounded by watery amniotic fluid
What is the largest source of water?
Beverages
What are two ways to prevent dehydration while drinking alcohol?
Reduce alcohol consumption
Drink water after consuming alcohol
Which compartment contains potassium?
Intracellular fluid
What is one group that would need to consume extra water each day?
Pregnant women
Those breastfeeding
What all does water serve as a lubricant for?
Joints, sensitive eye tissues, mouth, and intestinal tract
Where else are sources of water?
All foods contain water (fruits and vegetables contain the most; grains contain the least)
How quickly can alcohol induce urination after consumption?
20 minutes
Which compartment contains sodium chloride and sodium bicarbonate?
Extracellular fluid
When you feel the sensation of thirst how hypohydrated are you?
2%
How is water balance maintained?
The body adjusts based on the amount of fluid that is being taken in and excreted
What are the factors that water needs are dependent upon?
Physical activity
Environmental factors
Diet
How does alcohol interfere with water balance
Inhibiting ADH
What are the two types of extracellular fluid?
Interstitial fluid
Intravascular fluid
How much fluids should you consume after a work-out?
1.5 time the fluids lost
How does water contribute to body temperature?
When the body's core temperature increases out of normal range the body excrete fluid through sweating in order to lower the core body temperature back to normal range
Does caffeine cause a significant loss of body water?
No
Does age have an effect on how much one is affected by the amount of dehydration that alcohol causes?
Yes
Older drinkers are less affected than younger drinkers
Do fluids move easily between the two compartments?
Yes