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Importance of Hydration

The link between hydration and learning is impactful for students' energy levels and brain function. Most schools in Dehradun providing information about the importance of hydration to keep their students healthy and properly hydrated.

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Importance of Hydration

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  1. Set yourself up for success! IMPORTANCE OF HYDRATION Achieving goals the healthy way

  2. Self-check: definition of hydration To provide someone or something with water in order to maintain or restore fluid balance.

  3. Why do we need water - It is essential for life - To maintain balance of water and dissolved salts inside and outside cells - Cushioning effect is vital for healthy functioning of joints and soft tissues - It is vital ingredient in blood which transports oxygen and nutrients from lungs and gastrointestinal tract - To remove waste through urine, sweat and breathing - To avoid absorption of food

  4. How we lose water - Urine - Respiration - Sweating

  5. Dehydration Dehydration can be caused by restriction of water intake or by excessive water loss from the body. If the water that is being lost front he body is not replaced then a person can become dehydrated.

  6. - Fatigue - Headache - Nausea - Decrease of appetite - Feeling irritable - Constipation - Dry cough Symptoms of dehydration

  7. Do's - Lots of water - Isotonic drinks - Small amounts of fruit juice - Milk - Low sugar squash - Herbal teas

  8. DONT'T DRINK - Excessive alcohol - Too much coffee or tea - Too many red bulls - Sugary drinks

  9. Tips to keep hydrated - Maintain a regular fluid intake throughout the day - Don't try to drink your entire fluid intake for a day in one go - Vary your drinks throughout the day - Take drinks that provide some energy - Eat foods that have a high water content - Make sure that you pass urine frequently and that it is straw coloured

  10. Thank you

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