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Hydration
Water helps to
- Lubricate the joints and muscles
- Helps to absorb nutrients
- Aids in circulation and digestion
- Helps to regulate body temperature
- Provides a moist environment to ear, nose, and throat tissues
Factors that influence water needs
- Exercise
- Environment
- Illnesses or health conditions
- Pregnancy or breast feeding
Complications of dehydration
- Mild to excessive thirst
- Fatigue
- Headache
- Dry mouth
- Decreased urination
- Muscle weakness
- Dizziness
- Lightheadedness
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