Water Flashcards
How much water should males drink a day
2000ml
How much should women drink a day
1600ml
How many cups of water a day
6-8
Why should smoothies be limited to 150 ml a day
Once the intrinsic sugars are blended into a smoothie they turn into free sugars which can damage your teeth. To reduce tooth decay
Water function in blood
As a component of blood, water transports nutrients and oxygen through the body
Water function to the blood pressure
Helps maintain blood pressure
Water function to bowel health
Prevents constipation
Water function on chemical reactions
Water assists reactions in the body
Water function of excretion
Water helps kidneys filter waste which is excreted as urine
Water function: joints
Water provides fluid to keep joints mobile
Water function : saliva
Water is a key component of saliva which helps swallowing
Water function: spinal fluid
Water is a component of spinal fluid , which cushions the nervous system
Water function: temperature control
Water helps regulate body temperature via perspiration
Water function: tears
Helps form tears to lubricate eyes
Dehydration definition
A condition caused by the excessive loss of water from the body
Hydration definition
Taking in fluid to restore or maintain fluid balance in the body
Symptoms of dehydration
Thirst
Dark coloured urine
Dizziness
Headache
Tiredness
Dry mouth, lips and eyes
Overheating of the body
Confusion
Changes blood pressure
Sources of water
Fruit
Vegetables
Yoghurt
Sugar free drinks, including tea and coffee
Lower fat milk
Prolonged period of time can lead to…
Renal problems and constipation
