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An important function of water, particularly during hot weather, is regulation of body temperature. Water helps to maintain an appropriate body temperature. When we sweat, the water of perspiration carries off large quantities of heat and cools the body.
Also, constipation may be prevented if adequate water intake is combined with a fiber-rich diet.
Dehydration
Due to normal body processes such as urination, perspiration, and breathing we lose a significant amount of water daily. If adequate water is not consumed to replace the lost fluids, then dehydration will occur. Dehydration is a loss of body water in excess of fluids being taken in.
The first sign of dehydration is thirst. Once the thirst mechanism is triggered, the body is already dehydrated. The advancement of dehydration then goes form thirst to weak^ ness. After weakness, symptoms of exhaustion and delirium may occur. If fluid is not consumed at this point, then death is likely. - Water Intake " Under normal conditions, the body needs between 2-3 quarts of water daily. Luckily, foods contain a significant amount of water. Fresh
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■“ Samantha and Robert Falls were Friday overnight guests of their grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Simmons in Washington.
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