Havenly Care Solutions

Hydration is the replacement of body fluids lost through sweating, exhaling, and eliminating waste. The human body depends on water to survive. Every cell, tissue, and organ in your body needs water to work properly. On average, the body loses and needs to replace about 2-3 quarts of water daily, which implies a person should drink 6 to 8 ounces of water each day, however, these numbers may vary depending on other factors like health conditions or level of activity.

The importance of hydration.

Drinking enough water each day is crucial because of the following:

To regulate body temperature
Keep joints lubricated
Prevent infections
Deliver nutrients to cells
Keep organs functioning properly
Being well-hydrated improves sleep quality, cognition, and mood
Replace fluids lost through sweating, exhaling, and eliminating waste

Dangers of not drinking enough water.

Optimal function. If there isn’t enough liquid in your body, essential functions like circulation don’t perform as smoothly and your organs won’t get necessary nutrients, resulting in less efficient performance.
Mood. Dehydration can affect your mood. For example, you can feel tired, cranky or irritable.
Productivity. Hydration is also important for thinking clearly. If you’re dehydrated, your productivity may be reduced.

At Havenly Care Solutions, all our caregivers are trained and understand the importance of hydration, the signs and symptoms, and the causes of dehydration. Our In-home caregivers will ensure your loved one is staying healthy.