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Excel & Succeed - academic year 2026
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Water balance of the body
-Dehydration
-Water equilibrium
-Water intoxication
T/F: 60% of body weight is water weight
True
Major functions of water in the body
-Carries nutrients
-Cleanses tissue an blood
-Solvent
-Chemical reactions
-Lubricant around joints
-Shock absorber
-Body temperature
How to dehydrate the body
, -Dont drink enough fluids
-Diuretics (alcohol, caffeine)
-Eat lots of salt and sugar
Dehydration symptoms
-Thirst
-Dry mouth
-Lack of energy
-Rapid pulse
-Low blood pressure
-Sudden weight loss
-Reduced urine
Water Recommendations
Men (19-30y): 3.7 Liters
Women (19-30y): 2.7 Liters
What is not a sign of dehydration?
Increased urination
Which part of the brain regulates water intake?
hypothalamus
Sources of water output:
kidneys, skin, lungs, feces
Hard water:
contains dissolved minerals like calcium and magnesium
Soft water:
treated water with only sodium ion
Example: rainwater
Diuretic
compound, usually a medication, causing increased urinary water excretion