SIGNS of Dehydration
How will signs of dehydration present in your MOOD?
GRUMPY (things will feel harder)
How can we reduce dehydration through our ENVIRONMENT?
- SHADE
- FANS
How will signs of dehydration present in your URINE?
DARK COLOR
How can we reduce risk of dehydration through our CLOTHES?
- wear a HAT
- wear LIGHT WEIGHT clothing (UV Protection)
- wear LIGHT COLORS
How will signs of dehydration present in your PHYSICAL BODY? (PHYSICAL SYMPTOMS)
Muscle weakness, Low Blood Pressure, Dizziness
How can we reduce dehydration through our ACTIVITY?
- Avoid outdoor exercise or swimming at hottest parts of day
- Take rest breaks
- Exercise in the gym, indoors
How will signs of dehydration present in your COGNITION & MENTAL PROCESSING?
- CONFUSION
- Reduced SHORT-TERM MEMORY
- Reduced ATTENTION
How can we reduce dehydration through what we DRINK or EAT?
- WATER (8-12 cups daily)
- SPORTS DRINKS (w/ carbohydrates & electrolytes)
- JUICY FRUITS (watermelons, strawberries, grapes)
Your brain is made up of 75-86% of water and adequate hydration supports memory, focus, and attention.
HOW MUCH water (at minimum) should you be drinking daily?
8-12 CUPS (2-3 Liters)
When a persons internal body temperature reaches ____ degreed F, they could experience heat stroke.
104 degrees Fahrenheit