THE HYDRATION STATION 4H PROJECT Lone Star Club KERIE DUNN VOLUNTEER

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THEHYDRATION STATION 4-H PROJECTLone Star
ClubKERIE DUNN- VOLUNTEER
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Hydration is necessary to sustain life!70
of earth's surface is water 2 of available
water is sweet waterOur body is also made up of
70 water andneeds to maintain a 70 hydration
level without enough water we become
dehydrated Dehydration is best avoided!
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Dehydration can be fatal!Everyone's body is
different so symptoms will vary but most common
symptoms of dehydration are
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2 Dehydration Symptoms thirst loss of
appetite dry skin skin flushing dark
urine dry mouth fatigue weakness chills
head rushes
5 Dehydration Symptoms increased heart
rate increased respiration decreased
sweating decreased urination fevers extreme
fatigue muscle cramps headaches nausea
tingling of limbs
10 Dehydration Symptoms
MARGIN OF FATALITY muscle spasms vomiting
racing pulse shriveled skin dim vision
painful urination confusion difficulty
breathing seizures chest stomach pain
unconsciousness
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PREVENT DEHYDRATION
EAT RAW FRUITS AND VEGETABLES DRINK WATER
WITH FRESH SQUEEZED LEMONS, ADD SOME SUGAR AND
MINERAL SALTS FOR ADDED ELECTROLYTES
Electrolyte Lemonade
Electrolyte Lemonade
Electrolyte Lemonade

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In case of severe dehydration call an
ambulanceIf you suspect you are dehydratedseek
medical care immediatelyDo not eat if you are
dehydratedsip water or an electrolyte
drinkWater and electrolyte drinks arereadily
absorbed by the body. Milk, coffee, caffeinated
drinks, and overly sweet drinks need digesting,
the water contentis not readily available
foruse within the body