According to experts from Ho Chi Minh City University of Medicine and Pharmacy (UMC), maintaining the habit of drinking enough water every day is a key factor to protect health, especially during hot days, when sweat increases and the body is prone to dehydration and electrolyte loss.
Dehydration not only makes the body tired but can also cause symptoms such as sleepiness, rapid breathing, and faster heartbeat. Meanwhile, the group of people who drink enough water and properly show higher labor performance, fatigue until late than the group who drink less water or drink incorrectly.
One of the common mistakes is to only drink water when you are thirsty. Associate Professor, Dr. Lam Vinh Nien, Head of the Department of Nutrition - Strengthening of Ho Chi Minh City University of Medicine and Pharmacy Hospital, said that you should drink water regularly throughout the day, avoid letting your body fall into a state of lack of water to compensate. Water is the best choice. Do not replace it with carbonated soft drinks, coffee or caffeinated drinks because they can cause more diuretic and dehydration.
The water source also needs to be hygienic, do not use boiled water to rebuy many times or boil water to leave for more than two days. When drinking, you should only drink small sips, not large amounts at the same time.
The amount of water each person needs per day depends on many factors such as age, health status and environmental conditions. According to the recommendation, adults need an average of 1.5 to 2.5 liters of water per day. Children under 10kg can be calculated according to the formula of 100ml/kg. In addition, urine color is also a useful indicator: internal urine is a good sign, while dark yellow shows that the body is lacking water.
Especially during the hot season, in addition to drinking water, people can supplement coconut water - a natural drink rich in ions and electrolytes, helping to rehydrate effectively. However, for people with diseases such as kidney failure, it is necessary to consult a doctor before using them regularly.
In addition to the habit of drinking enough water, covering the body, avoiding the sun and staying cool to the maximum when out is also a practical measure to reduce the risk of dehydration and electrolyte disorders. These are simple but practical tips to stay healthy during the hot season, especially when the weather is getting harsher.
