Kirby Pines Retirement Community | The Pinecone

The Pinecone | July 2018 • 5 • STAYING HYDRATED The I mpo r t ance o f Please join us July 25th at 1:30 pm in the PAC for our Smart Moves presentation on this topic. Our Rehab Center offers a broad range of therapies & services, including: Cardiopulmonary Rehab • Stroke Rehab • Orthopedic Rehab • Physical Therapy Occupational Therapy • Speech Therapy • Medical Services • Culinary Services Nursing Services • Wound Care • Psychological Services • Social Work Services Therapeutic Recreation Services • Return-To-Home Services • Outpatient Services If you are in need of any of these services, please call 901-366-1819 As the July month comes our way, so will the hot and humid weather. It is extremely crucial to be safe and maintain your hydration levels. Hydration is maintaining a proper balance throughout the body. Water makes up 75% of the human body and can be extracted in many various ways. If you don’t replace the water that you have lost, dehydration is likely to occur. Some warning signs to be cautious of when becoming dehydrated are dry mouth, extreme thirst, headache, confusion, and dizziness. Don’t wait until you notice the symptoms before taking action. Tips for Staying Hydrated: •Drink plenty of liquids •Watch the heat index •Wear appropriate clothing •Have a glass of water with each meal •Avoid caffeinated drinks •Urine color should be a pale yellow Drink plenty of water throughout the day to help prevent dehydration. It has been recommended to consume 6-8 glasses of water a day. Simply drinking water is not the only way to achieve proper hydration. There are many different types of fruits and vegetables which have an adequate amount of water content. Watermelon has 90% water, which ranks as one of the highest, but oranges, melons, and grapefruit are also great contenders. Spinach, celery and broccoli are also good substitutes for vegetables.