From Nurse Christa!
Wellness Wednesday Tip:
Drinking Water! Fill those water bottles!
A Fun Fact about Water: Water makes up 50%-70% of our body weight! We need water to survive.
How Much Water Should We Drink?
Recommendations and research vary on the amount of water we need to consume every day. The American Academy of Pediatrics has the following recommendations:
●Children 1- 3 years old: 4 cups/day
●Children age 4-8 years old: 5 cups/day
●Older children: 7-8 cups/day
The U.S. National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine has the following recommendations for adults:
●Men: About 15.5 cups (3.7 liters) of fluids
●Women: About 11.5 cups (2.7 liters) of fluids
*These recommendations include water consumed in food and other beverages.
How Do I know if I am drinking enough water?
-Most people can be ok with drinking 8 (8 oz.) cups of water/day (68 oz. total). The amount of water you need may vary depending on the environment (you may need more water in warmer environments). You may also need more water if you are exercising. It is good to drink water throughout the day, with meals and between meals. If your urine is dark yellow, you have a headache or feel fatigued, you may want to drink more water.
Tips to Drinking More Water:
1. Choose water over sugary drinks like pop or juice.
2. Carry a water bottle with you throughout the day.
3. Take sips of water regularly.
4. Set goals! (I will drink 3 cups of water by noon).
5. Infuse water with lemon, berries, or mint for added flavor.
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