Dehydration fun facts
Tips and tools
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What is an early warning sign of dehydration?

Thirst

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What food is most hydrating?

Watermelon (melon fruits) made up of 90%+ of water

200

How much water does the average adult lose naturally each day?

10 cups

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What is a good indicator of your hydration level?

Urine colour (lol)

300

What drink type is the most dehydrating?

Alcohol

300

How much water should an individual drink per day?

Trick question, no right answer (depends on age, weight) ! Should average around 11.5-15 cups per day

400

How much of their water do people typically get from their food in a day? (%)

20%

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What are ways to encourage more water intake?

Add fruit for flavour, drink before feeling thirsty, carry a water bottle with you.

500

Exercise in hot humid climates can make you dehydrated in as little as? (minutes)

30 minutes

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True or false, you can over hydrate?

True