Which of these drinks is best for staying hydrated?
Water!
Name three symptoms of dehydration.
Headache, fatigue, dizziness, dark urine, dry mouth and skin
All living things need ___________to survive.
water
Can drinks with caffeine (coffee,tea,soda) cause dehydration?
Yes.
How much water should we drink each day?
6 - 8 cups
Drinking plenty of water can help your body get rid of ___________.
toxins and waste
True or False? Drinking water helps your body digest food.
True! It also helps your body convert the food you eat into energy.
True or False? Drinking water makes you feel hungry.
False! Drinking water before a meal can help you feel less hungry.
How can you make sure you are drinking enough water?
Drink water with meals, carry water with you, etc.
Is there water in the foods we eat?
Yes! Eating juicy fruits and vegetables can help you get enough water each day.
Which of these drinks does not have caffeine?
Water, milk, orange juice
True or False? It is a good idea to start and end each day by drinking a glass of water.
True!
Water protects our internal organs. Name 5 internal organs in our bodies.
Brain, heart, lungs, kidneys, liver, stomach, intestines, pancreas, etc.
When do our bodies need more water?
In hot weather, while exercising, when sick (fever, diarrhea or vomiting)
How often should we drink water while exercising?
Every 15 minutes.
True or False? Water helps regulate our body temperature and circulation.
True!
Is it safe to drink tap water?
Yes, tap water is safe to drink unless labeled "non-potable"
Which of these things causes dehydration: fever, vomiting, sweating, diarrhea?
All of them!
When we don't drink enough water, our bodies can become__________________.
dehydrated
True or False? Water helps carry nutrients and oxygen to the cells in our bodies.
True!