Understanding Dehydration in the Workplace Often dehydration is only thought about in a hot climate or after a bout of exercise. However it can occur at any time and is more common than you might think. Some of the factors that can contribute to dehydration are sleeping in a house with central heating, working in …
Understanding Dehydration for Students Have you ever wondered why you are so sleepy and tired? Do you find it difficult to concentrate and often have headaches? The answer may be as simple as drinking more water and staying hydrated. Dehydration is a huge issue amongst students. This is often due to living life in the …
Understanding Dehydration in the elderly The human body is made up of roughly 65% water which explains why it is so important to drink water and and keep the body working efficiently and effectively. Through mechanisms such as breathing, sweating and going to the loo, water is removed from the body, needing replacing. There are …
The importance of water in a child’s diet It is really important that children are given enough water to drink and learn to recognise the symptoms of thirst. It is important the carer who is responsible for the child makes fluids available (preferably water) and is aware of situations when fluids should be increased. Young …