Hydration Facts
What percentage of the human body is made up of water?
60%
Name a common sign of dehydration
Dark urine, dizziness, dry mouth, fatigue, etc.
Name one fruit or vegetable that contains a high amount of water.
Watermelon, cucumber, oranges, celery, etc.
True or false: Eating fruits and vegetables can help you stay hydrated.
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 (~2 Liters), varies by person but this is how much water your body loses per day
Can you sweat out urine?
No, urine is created by the kidneys and stored in the bladder.
What is a simple, healthy way to make water more flavorful?
Add lemon, mint, or berries
What color should your urine be if you are well-hydrated?
Light yellow/clear
Muscle cramps, dizziness, fatigue
What organ is responsible for filtering water in the body?
Kidneys
What is a way dehydration affects brain function?
Causes headaches, trouble concentrating, and slower reaction times
True or false: Drinking too much water can be harmful.
True. Overhydration can dilute the body's electrolytes leading to low sodium levels, which can be dangerous.
True or false: Eating salty foods can make you feel thirsty and dehydrated
True. Salt increases the amount of water your body needs, leading to feelings of thirst as your body tries to balance out the sodium levels.
Why do athletes drink electrolyte-enhanced water?
To replace lost minerals through excessive sweating and maintain hydration balance
Name a way your body loses water throughout the day?
Sweat, urine, feces, breathing
What beverage can dehydrate you instead of hydrating you?
Alcohol, excessive caffeine (Red Bull, Monster, coffee, Crystal Light)
What is an example of a hydration trick that helps people who forget to drink water?
Use water bottles with time markers, set goals, apps or reminders on your phone/sticky note
How long can a person survive without water?
About 3 days, but depends on conditions
How does sweating help to regulate body temperature?
Sweat evaporates cooling the body down.
What is the name of the process where water moves through a cell membrane?
Osmosis
Why is hydration important for kidney function?
Helps flush out toxins and prevent kidney stones
Dizzy when you stand up after laying down? Identify one way to help prevent dizziness when getting out of bed.
Slowly transition from laying down to standing up.
Drink a glass of water first thing in the morning (have a glass ready to go on your night stand!)
True or False: You should only drink water when you're thirsty.
False, it is important to drink water proactively to prevent dehydration
On what part of the human body has the highest concentration of sweat glands?
Feet!