[homeles_ot-l] Guidelines for Staying Hydrated

[Linda O'Neil]

FYI

From Eat Right Ontario:
Guidelines for Drinking Fluids to Stay Hydrated:
Fluids come from the beverages you drink and the foods that you eat.

How much fluid you need every day depends on your age, sex and activity
level. Hot and humid weather can also increase your needs.

To keep your body hydrated, aim for a fluid intake of about:

-          3 L (12 cups) for men 19 years old and over each day

-          2.2 L (9 cups) for women 19 years old and over each day

-          Fluids include water and other beverages such as milk, juice, broth or
soups, coffee and tea. Water is one of the best fluid choices, but it is a
myth that you need 8 cups a day to stay healthy.

Fluid helps you stay healthy and energized. It also:
- controls your body temperature
- aids digestion
-  carries nutrients around your body
- cushions organs and joints
- helps get rid of waste
- keeps your bowels regular

Your body loses water by sweating, breathing and getting rid of waste. If
you lose more fluid than you take you can get dehydrated.
What are the signs and symptoms of dehydration?
Signs and symptoms of mild dehydration include:

-          Thirst

-          dry lips and mouth

-          flushed skin

-          tiredness

-          dark strong smelling urine

-          dizziness

-          Fainting

-           low blood pressure

-           increased heart rate

-          irritability

Linda O’Neil
Public Education Consultant
Conseillère en éducation communautaire

Capacity Building and Education Division
Division de l'éducation et la mobilisation communautaire

Canadian Mental Health Association, Ottawa Branch
Association canadienne pour la santé mentale, Section d'Ottawa
301-1355 rue Bank Street, Ottawa, ON    K1H 8K7
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