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Erica Schnurbusch - Baltimore/Washington Campus

1/26/2016

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Did you know that dehydration occurs just as easily in the winter as in the heat of the summer? Dehydration can occur when you have excessive fluid loses, or by not drinking enough fluids. Several symptoms that you may experience from your body being dehydrated include dry mouth, excessive thirst, dry skin, muscle cramps, decreased urine output, and darker yellow colored urine.

6 Tips for Staying Hydrated
1. Drink a glass of water first thing in the morning! Drink a glass of water as soon as you wake up in the mornings. Or take a drink while you are brewing that morning coffee or tea.
2. Carry a water bottle with you. You are more likely to drink water if it is with you. It is also cheaper to fill up your water bottle throughout the day than buying bottles of water.
3. Flavor your water! Adding a few lemon slices, strawberries, or cucumbers to your water can add a whole new taste.
4. Take water breaks! Take a few sips of water between work tasks, or go for a walk to the water foundation for a mental break throughout the day.
5. Eat your water! Staying hydrated is not all about beverages, your body is able to absorb water from the foods that we eat. Foods that have a high water percentage include cantaloupe, grapefruit, spinach, watermelon, and cucumbers.
6. There is an app for that! In the world of smart phones, there are apps for just about everything. Find an app that works for you , and track your water intake. Trackers also keep you accountable.


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Michelle Scheibe
1/27/2016 10:15:13 pm

This trips me up every winter -- I don't think I'm thirsty until my mouth is dry, and by that time I should've drank at least 3-4 cups of water! Tired? Dehydration is likely a reason! Like Erica stated, water should be had before coffee, as coffee can lead to more dehydration and no be so helpful after all. Thank you for these tips and the reminder, Erica!!

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