When we are outside enjoying all that nature has to offer, playing games or doing sports, we may forget one important factor to all of this outside fun; water. Water is a vital part of working outside. That is anything from doing yardwork to physical activity, water helps you stay hydrated. When you are exerting force and sweating you are losing vital nutrients that you need to stay hydrated and if you do not intake enough water to replace those that are lost, you can become dehydrated.There is more to being dehydrated than just the feeling of being thirsty; there are serious medical issues that could arise when one becomes dehydrated. If in the event of a severe case of dehydration one would need to seek an emergency care clinic like The Urgency Room to have symptoms evaluated and possibly have fluids replenished. The rule of thumb to remember when you are working outside is to drink double what you normally would, especially if you are partaking in physical activity. This is true for days when you cannot beat the heat; you will be sweating more and losing more. Stay hydrated this summer by always having cold water within arm’s reach; remember if you are thirsty you are already dehydrated! For more information from The Urgency Room visit our website for after care instruction related to dehydration.
