Keep your loved one hydrated with these healthy lifestyle tips

Staying hydrated is a pivotal part of staying healthy, however it can commonly become more challenging as we age. A few simple lifestyle changes can easily prevent your loved ones from dehydrating.

NAQnutrition suggest these simple tips for good hydration.

Is your loved one hydrated?

Is your loved one getting a healthy amount of fluids in each day? If you are worried your loved one may not be keeping hydrated, check for signs of dehydration, which include:

• Constipation
• Dry mouth
• Brain fog, confusion
• Irritability
• Dark coloured urine with a strong smell
• Dry skin
• No pool of saliva present under the tongue

Always have fluids in reach

Encourage your loved to increase fluid intake throughout their day by making sure fluids are always in reach. Placing water bottles around their space such like the coffee table, beside their bed, and in the bathroom, are great places to start. This will also act as a great reminder for your loved on to drink water.

Have a variety of fluids available

Water is the best source of hydration, however it’s important to change up your loved ones routine every now and then. To keep things interesting, introduce healthy alternatives such as fresh juice, milk, coconut water and tea. These tasty beverages are a great way to switch things up and motivate your loved one to stay hydrated. Remember to remind your loved one to drink these in healthy moderation.

High fluid foods

Choosing high fluid foods such as fruits and vegetables (whole or pureed), ice blocks, soups, and jelly can make it easy to increase your loved one’s hydration while also giving them some of their daily required vitamins, minerals and electrolytes.

Keeping your loved one hydrated is essential. Having fluids handy is key in ensuring your loved one is keeping hydrated throughout their day. Simply making sure they have fluids in reach is the best initiative in keeping them feeling great.

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