Summer

Summer Fun in the Sun

young girl swimming with beach hat and life vestIt is that time of year when everyone starts to get serious about their outdoor time. Gardens are going in, school sports are wrapping up, summer leagues are going strong, pools are getting ready to open, and everyone is planning their summer vacation or camp time. With all these things going on, being safe in the sun may get away from you. Here are a few tips to make sure everyone has an amazing, and safe, summer.

  • Wear SPF (Sun Protection Factor) 30 – 50 waterproof sunscreens that you reapply every hour and a half to 2 hours. Look for mineral formulas that include the ingredients zinc oxide or titanium dioxide for better coverage that is also good for the environment. Don’t forget to check the expiration date on bottles. Coverage will be much better. For optimum protection, generously apply sunscreen 15 – 30 minutes before you head outside. An adult should use approximately 1 ounce of sunscreen (a shot glass full), on the first application, so your family should go through a bottle every day or 2 if you are doing a beach vacation.
  • Wear a hat with a brim all the way around, preferably a 3-brim. This beach or bucket style hat will protect your face, ears, and neck from sun exposure.
  • Consider getting UPF (Ultraviolet Protection Factor) clothing for swimming, tennis, golf, fishing, and even hunting. Again, look for 30+ for better coverage.
  • Seek shade under umbrellas, canopies, pop-up shelters for little ones, and playgrounds with sun sails, or just lots of shade from trees.
  • Stay hydrated by drinking about 8-ounces of water for every 30 minutes of outdoor work, exercise, yard work, or even beach time on warm days. Do not drink more than 1 liter per hour (about 4 cups). As excessive water can cause hyponatremia or water intoxication, which can have serious consequences.
  • graphic showing colors of swimsuits under waterWear neon swimsuits, shirts, rash guards, and life vests for much better visibility in the water. Drowning is the leading cause of death for children ages 1 – 4 in the United States, so swim lessons, adult supervision, following posted guidelines, and water barriers are very important. Check out the images from ALIVE Solutions study of swim wear colors in open water and pools, it s very scary that many colors disappear under water.

Following these tips will keep your family, friends, and co-workers safe and allow everyone to have “Fun in the Sun”.

Written By: Lisa Barlage, Extension Educator, Family and Consumer Sciences, Ohio State University Extension, Ross County.

Reviewed By: Alisha Barton, Extension Educator, Family and Consumer Sciences, Ohio State University Extension, Miami County and Ken Stewart, Extension Educator, Family and Consumer Sciences, Ohio State University Extension, Monroe County.

Create Summer Adventures with Grandkids

Every summer set aside some time and invite your grandchildren for a visit.  Creating strong family connections is crucial in our overall well-being and happiness.  My grandchildren live out of the state and each July we plan a weeklong visit to stay with us in Ohio. We love having them spend time with us and plan fun and memorable activities to do together.  These activities include:

a grandmother and her granddaughters
  • Teach games we enjoyed as a child-Jump Rope, Jacks, Red Rover, Mother May I, Card Games, Solitaire
  • Visit a state park, or battlefield
  • Make ice cream
  • Start a collection of rocks, bugs or stamps
  • Go fishing
  • Create a do-it-yourself science project
  • Go berry picking
  • Teach them how to preserve vegetables from the garden
  • Go beach glass collecting
  • Play charades
  • Go on a treasure hunt in the yard – create the map ahead of time, and the treasure could be a special treat, prize, or game
  • Paint rocks together and leave it around the community to spread kindness to someone.  We often go back a day later to see if the rock has been picked up.
  • Read a book together aloud each night, we are almost finished with The Harry Potter Series.
  • Tie-dye t-shirts and get a photo wearing them
  • Attend a sporting event
  • Visit a splash pad
  • Take nightly walks
  • Visit a local playground
  • Attend a nature talk at a state park

Building and sustaining relationships with our grandchildren is mutually beneficial.  A recent study from Boston College, found that children who have a close relationship with their grandparents are less likely to be depressed as adults.  For grandparents, a close relationship with their grandchildren boosts brain function, protects against depression and increases lifespan. 

Have a wonderful summer and share with us your planned activities this summer with your grandchildren!

Written by:  Beth Stefura, OSU Extension Educator, Mahoning County, stefura.2@osu.edu

Reviewed by:  Margaret Jenkins, OSU Extension Educator, Clermont County, jenkins.188@osu.edu

References:

https://www.aarp.org/travel/vacation-ideas/outdoors/info-2023/plan-national-park-trip-with-grandkids.html?cmp=KNC-DMP-TRVL-Travel-StateNatio

https://aese.psu.edu/outreach/intergenerational/articles/being-a-long-distance-grandparent

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/digital-altruism/201307/summer-advice-for-grandparents

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Making the Most of Summer as a Working Parent

School is out for summer, but work isn’t! If you are a working parent with little ones, you have probably wondered how you are possibly going to juggle the kids being off school while you still have to work!

Boy and girl playing in the sand

Summer is an exciting time that can come with summer camps, vacations, holidays, and more. As a working parent, you may be thinking to yourself, “how can I fit all of this in while still having to work?” The good news is, you can still make great memories with your children in the summer while getting your work done by trying some of the tips below!

  • Make the most of the time that you have. Plan activities in advance. Use a family calendar to keep track of everyone’s schedules.
  • Spend as much time outdoors as you can! There are many benefits to playing outside for kids and it is a great way to make memories with your children. Go for a walk, blow bubbles, do sidewalk chalk, even if its just 10 minutes a day!
  • Explore the idea of a flexible work arrangement. Will your job allow you to adjust your hours for summer or work more remote days? If you cannot make those types of accommodations, try to be as productive as you can at work so you can keep your time off as your personal time!
  • Stay connected with your kids. “Check in” with your kids daily. Ask them how their day went and if there is anything they want to share. In my family, at dinner time we go around and everyone shares the best part of their day and if there were any hard parts in the day. This can go a long way when you feel like you have missed some summer moments with the kids while you’re working.
  • Maximize your weekends. Plan short trips, attend local fairs, festivals, and farmers markets. You may not be able to go take a week long vacation, but can you make your weekends a mini vacation?

When you are a working parent, you may find yourself feeling guilty about not being able to be at home with your kids in the summer. You can still make the most of your time by trying the tips mentioned and remembering that you are making memories too!

Written By: Erin Ruggiero, Family and Consumer Sciences Educator, Ohio State University Extension Medina County, ruggiero.46@osu.edu

Reviewed by: Shannon Carter, Family and Consumer Sciences Educator, Ohio State University Extension Fairfield County, carter.413@osu.edu

References:

https://www.healthychildren.org/English/family-life/power-of-play/Pages/playing-outside-why-its-important-for-kids.aspx

https://fit.sanfordhealth.org/blog/checking-in-with-your-kids

Parenting a College Student this Summer?

Welcoming home a college student for the summer? It can be a wonderful time for college students to reconnect with family and friends, or maybe work a summer job. It can also be a tricky adjustment for students to live under their parents’ roof again after being mostly independent for nine months. Likewise, it can take some adjusting for parents (who have become accustomed to new routines of the empty nest) to learn to accommodate their college student’s schedule and independence, not to mention all the dorm gear and laundry.

African American black college student moving to dorm with parents helping with moving crates

Here are some things to consider in helping smooth the transition for everyone:

Adjust your parenting style. To ease into this new phase of life for both of you, you’ll likely need to adjust your approach to be more collaborative in nature. Think of it in terms of requests versus rules or demands. If you have younger children at home, you’ll be adjusting your parenting style continually to each child in their current life stage… just like you’ve done all along.

Talk about expectations. Will they have use of a car, a summer job, household chores, curfew, etc? This can involve some give and take. Ask your adult child his or her thoughts and expectations about coming home.

Set a few limits. Even though your child is an adult, they can still be asked to help around the house. Instead of a set curfew, maybe they can let you know where they are going out of courtesy and respect and make a quiet entrance when returning home late. Set a few family times during the week to catch up or make plans, and otherwise let them have time to socialize with friends.

Give them space. Remember your child was away from you for the better part of nine months and may need a little extra time and space to retain their sense of independence.

Have some family fun. It’s never too late to make memories together. Find an activity you all enjoy and do that several times throughout the summer. Take a family trip and let your adult children help make the plans.

Though there are a lot of changes and adjustments during this time, a little flexibility and communication can go a long way to making it an enjoyable summer for everyone.

Writer: Shannon Carter, Extension Educator, Family & Consumer Sciences, Ohio State University Extension, Fairfield County, carter.413@osu.edu

Reviewer: Erin Ruggiero, Extension Educator, Family & Consumer Sciences, Ohio State University Extension, Medina County, ruggiero.46@osu.edu

Sources:

Flanigan, R. 7 Ways to Get Along With a College Student Home for Summer. June 2023. https://www.aarp.org/home-family/friends-family/info-2023/parenting-college-students-home-for-summer.html

Returning Home from College: Tips for Parents and Students. Lifespan Living Newsletter. May 2023. https://www.lifespan.org/lifespan-living/returning-home-college-tips-parents-and-students.

Thurrott, S. 7 College Tips for Parents and Guardians: Adjusting to Parenting an Adult. Azusa Pacific University. November 2019. https://www.apu.edu/articles/7-college-tips-for-parents-adjusting-to-parenting-an-adult/

Summer: Balancing Fun and Structure

Smiling Asian American woman embracing her smiling child outdoors

It’s that time of year again and school is out! Many parents struggle with or wonder how to maintain healthy habits and structure outside of the school year. For most kids, summer means freedom, late nights, eating whatever you want, and warm weather but it can also present a lot of stress as routines are typically thrown off. As parents, we want summer to be a time for our kids to make memories and enjoy themselves, but we also want to make sure they continue to thrive, be safe, and maintain healthy habits. Maintaining structure can help with the transition back to school, but inserting new and fun activities allows kids to enjoy summer “break”. 

So, you may be wondering, how do we maintain structure and still allow for fun? 

Here are some ways that you can help your child have a healthy, productive, and enjoyable summer:

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY:

It is recommended that kids get at least 60 minutes of physical activity every day. Help your children remain active by getting them involved in summer camps, summer sports/activities, walking, biking, skating, outdoor games or even swimming and canoeing. Look out for free or low-cost sport camps at schools and local rec-centers. 

Make sure to remember water safety  and sun safety tips!

BEDTIME/WAKE-UP ROUTINES:

Try to keep and maintain set bedtimes, wake-up routines. Times do not have to be as early as they were during the school year, but maintaining routines should be consistent throughout the summer. Change up chore charts and rules to allow for some flexibility, but do not completely remove all responsibilities. This can also help with the transition back to school and avoid power struggles when trying to bring back a routine.

KEEPING KIDS MENTALLY ENGAGED:

Not only do we engage our children by promoting physical activity but also by allowing them to be a part of the educational activities. If online games and activities are scheduled into the day, try USDA’s Kids’ Corner to help promote curiosity about agriculture, food and nutrition. 

Involve children in games that allow them to practice math or reading skills. Most libraries offer summer reading programs with incentives and activities for children.

HEALTHY EATING HABITS:

Get kids excited about healthy habits! Try to keep a routine by having your kids eat at the same time each day to provide balance and structure. Involve your children in meal planning , growing, purchasing, and cooking food.  Involvement in the meal process gets them excited to try new things. Don’t forget drinks – during warm summer days, it is even more important to ensure that your children are getting enough water. 

For more tips and information, please visit the sources below:

CDC: https://www.cdc.gov/healthyschools/features/SHB-Healthy-Summer-Tip-Sheet-FINAL-508.pdf

USDA: https://www.nutrition.gov/topics/nutrition-life-stage/children

EatRight: https://www.eatright.org/food/food-preparation/seasonal-foods/summer-is-time-for-kids-to-try-new-foods

On Our Sleeves, Nationwide Childrens Hospital: https://www.onoursleeves.org/mental-wellness-tools-guides/healthy-habits/maintain-summer-structure

Written by:  Brittany Kryling, dietetic intern, and Jennifer Little, FCS Educator, OSU Extension Hancock County.

Reviewed by:  Megan Taylor, FCS/4-H Educator, OSU Extension, Union County

It’s Tick Season; Be Tick Aware

small tick and large tick

Longer days and warmer weather have many of us outside, in the garden, on trails and enjoying all that Spring and Summer have to offer. Remember tick exposure may occur year around, yet ticks are most active during warmer months. Outdoor enthusiasts and pet owners be cautious.   Ticks and the disease they carry are on the rise in Ohio. This year is predicted to be a heavy tick season.  The factors that contribute to these growing numbers are tick range expansion and the increase of wildlife living near people. Here are some tips to keep you and your family safe this tick season.

Know before you go outdoors:

  • Know where to expect ticks- they live in grassy, brushy, or wooded areas or on animals. Walking your dog, camping, gardening or outdoors exposes you to ticks.
  • Wear light colored clothing, long sleeve shirts with pants tucked into socks.
  • Apply a tick repellent according to the directions.
  • Purchase clothing and footwear treated with tick repellent.
  • Protect pets with a tick repellent recommended by your veterinarian.
  • Keep dogs on a leash and avoid grassy areas.

After you come indoors:

  • Check clothing for ticks. Ticks can be carried into the house on clothing. Wash clothes and dry on high heat to destroy ticks.
  • Examine your gear and pets.
  • Check your body for ticks upon return.  Use a handheld mirror to view all parts of your body.  Check all areas especially under the arms, in and around the ears, inside belly button and the back of knees, in and around the hair, inside of legs and around the waist. 
  • Examine your animals for ticks. Especially around the ears, tail, back legs, between toes, eyelids, under the collar and under the front legs.

Create a tick-safe zone in your yard:

  • Remove leaf litter.
  • Clear tall grass and brush around the house and lawns.
  • Place a 3-foot barrier of woods chips or gravel between lawns and wooded areas.
  • Mow the lawn frequently.
  • Keep playground equipment, decks, and patios away from trees.
  • Remove old furniture, mattresses or trash from the yard that give ticks a place to hide.
  • Do frequent tick checks of your body while outside and do a thorough inspection at shower time.
  • Protect your pets with an anti-tick product recommended by a veterinarian.
  • Keep dogs on a leash and avoid allowing them into weedy areas.

If you find a tick attached:

  • Do not crush or puncture.
  • Grasp tick as close to skin as able using pointy tweezers and pull straight up and out with steady pressure.
  • Wash the tick site, hands and tweezers with warm water and soap.
  • Place the tick in a container with rubbing alcohol or hand sanitizer.  Record the day the tick was attached to skin.
  • If you develop flu-like symptoms, rash, or anything unusual, contact your physician for follow up treatment. Bring the tick specimen with you to your appointment.

Have a safe summer and be tick smart.  Follow these guidelines to protect you and your family.

Written by:  Beth Stefura, OSU Extension Educator, Mahoning County, stefura.2@osu.edu

Reviewed by:  Margaret Jenkins, OSU Extension Educator, Clermont County, jenkins.188@osu.edu

References:

Tickborne Diseases in Ohio | Ohio Department of Health

Ticks in Ohio | Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ohiodnr.gov)

Ticks and Tick-Borne Diseases | Ohioline (osu.edu)Ticks | Ticks | CDC

Have a Salsa Party this Summer in your backyard!

A salsa garden
A summer backyard party
salsa

Nothing is better than a fresh Ohio tomato grown in season!  Add fresh onions, peppers, and cilantro and now it’s fresh salsa!  Salsa is a versatile dish, used as a fresh vegetable dip for tortilla chips or added as a topping to grilled fish and meat dishes. 

Consider growing a salsa garden this year.  A salsa garden requires only four plants- tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and peppers. If your garden space is limited, skip the onions, and grow tomatoes, cilantro, and peppers.

Spring is the best time for planting a salsa garden.  A salsa garden may be planted on a patio in containers, raised beds or in a garden.  Be sure the garden spot receives at least six hours of sun daily.  Start planting once the danger of frost has passed.

If you are container gardening, choose deep pots for tomatoes and peppers.  Cilantro may be planted in a shallow pot, in a larger size as they need plenty of room to grow and expand. Be sure to use supports for the tomatoes and peppers whether in a container, raised bed or garden to prevent sprawling of the plants,  avoids breakage and keeps pests and disease away. Use potting soil with a 50/50 blend of potting soil and compost.

Choose tomatoes with:

  • Thick flesh (limits moisture in salsa)
  • Different varieties to produce throughout the season.
  • Prune tomatoes regularly to prevent the plant from growing out of control.
  • Trim off the lower branches to encourage air circulation around the base of the plants.

Peppers are the most challenging of the group to grow with their finicky heat requirement.  Here are a few tips for growing peppers for salsa:

  • Select between sweet and hot peppers or mix the two varieties according to your preference.
  • Peppers change color as they are ripe, pick them at any color stage.
  • Be careful with the seeds and pale colored flesh inside the hot peppers when they ripen.  Be sure to wear single use gloves when handling hot peppers to protect your hands.  These are extra hot and only add them to the salsa if you like the heat.  Otherwise, clean out the inside of the pepper and wash your hands carefully.
  • Support your peppers to protect them from wind damage.

Cilantro

  • Grows well in a shallow pot that is larger allowing it space to expand.
  • Thrives in warm weather, bring the cilantro inside when it gets cold outside.
  • Harvest frequently to prevent the plants from flowering and going to seed.

Caring for your salsa garden:

  • Water plants when there has been no rain.  Apply water at the soil level to avoid getting the plant foliage wet and water deeply to encourage plant roots to grow deep.
  • Plant marigolds around the salsa garden to keep pests off the plants.
  • Feed the plants with a good fertilizer once a month.

Health Benefits of Garden Salsa

  • Tomatoes, onions, lime juice are rich sources of Vitamin C.
  • Fiber is found naturally in plants and helps stabilize blood sugars.
  • Tomatoes contain lycopene which is linked to reducing the risk of cancer.
  • Hydrating tomatoes are 95% of water
  • Low in calories – two tablespoons of salsa is 10 calories or less
  • Healthy for your heart- cholesterol free as it is made from plants containing no cholesterol.

Make salsa with your fresh grown harvest.  It is easy and delicious.  Here is a great recipe for fresh salsa.  Anothe recipe to try is Pico de Gallo.  Enjoy growing an easy salsa garden this spring and have a salsa party this summer!

Written by:  Beth Stefura, OSU Extension Educator, Mahoning County, stefura.2@osu.edu

Reviewed by:  Margaret Jenkins, OSU Extension Educator, Clermont County, jenkins.188@osu.edu

References:

MyPlate | U.S. Department of Agriculture

https://extension.illinois.edu/sites/default/files/salsa_garden.pdf

https://extension.uga.edu/content/dam/extension/programs-and-services/school-gardens/documents/3-Economic-Grow-A-Salsa-Garden.pdf

Youth & Summer Programs

Summer is in full swing! Children are home from school and parents may be on the hunt to keep them engaged and involved this summer. A popular choice that many parents have selected is summer camps. There can be a variety of summer camps to choose from. Some opportunities may be day camps; while others are a week away from mom and dad and full of new adventures to enjoy. There are many benefits to youth attending summer camps. These benefits include meeting new friends, trying new activities, physical activity, and creating memories that will last a lifetime. Studies show camps offering structured programs and physical activity may prevent weight gain in youth and help maintain physical fitness over the summer.

happy people in the summertime

Along with the many memories made, summer camps also teach independence. During the week, participants get themselves up, get dressed, and brush their teeth all before the bell sounds to start breakfast and to begin the day. Summer camps also encourage well-being. Youth get to attend camp, see their friends, meet new ones, and come home with so many stories to share. Camps provide opportunities for practicing self-advocacy and other social skills. Youth may also have opportunities to increase self-esteem in these programs. Campers get to try activities and have experiences they can bring home for the rest of the family to enjoy. Various summer camps offer different activities for all to enjoy; there is something for everyone. I know when I was young, summer camps kept me busy and entertained all summer. My favorite memories as a kid came from the various camps I attended. I also made some of my very best friends at summer camp. I encourage parents to provide an opportunity for their youth to attend a summer camp of some variation. It will get children into the great outdoors and there the opportunities are endless. 

Written by: Kearsten Kirby, Student Intern, Ohio State University Extension Miami County kirby.305@osu.edu

Reviewed by:  Alisha Barton, Family and Consumer Sciences Educator, Ohio State University Extension Miami County barton.345@osu.edu

Sources:

15 benefits of summer camp for your kids. GWRYMCA. (n.d.). Retrieved July 11, 2022, from https://gwrymca.org/blog/15-benefits-summer-camp-your-kids

National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine; Division of Behavioral and Social Sciences and Education; Board on Children, Youth, and Families; Committee on Summertime Experiences and Child and Adolescent Education, Health, and Safety; Hutton R, Sepúlveda MJ, editors.

Washington (DC): National Academies Press (US); 2019 Sep 26.

Find Your Fun This Summer!

summertime sign

We all love the weekends- it is the time for fun! What did you do this past weekend that was fun? Did it bring a smile to your face? Are you counting the days until next weekend? We need daily fun in our lives. Fun provides many health benefits and makes life interesting. Having daily fun has a huge positive impact on our health and overall well-being. The benefits of laughter and fun include:

  • Reduced stress
  • Improved coping abilities
  • Boosted energy and work performance
  • Improved memory and concentration
  • Improved relationships
  • Improved sleep
  • Increased creativity

Here are ideas to add fun everyday into your life:

  • Get outdoors-take a walk, have a picnic with friends or family
  • Plan a fun night out- mini golf, karaoke, bowling, or dancing
  • Implement a weekly game night with family or friends
  • Visit a park
  • Enjoy an outdoor concert
  • Star gaze

Having fun is important. Start today to reduce stress, boost your energy level, improve productivity, and increase overall happiness by adding more fun into your daily schedule!

Written by:  Beth Stefura,  Extension Educator, Family & Consumer Sciences, Ohio State University Extension, Mahoning County, stefura.2@osu.edu

Reviewed by:  Margaret Jenkins, Extension Educator, Family & Consumer Sciences, Ohio State University Extension, Clermont County, jenkins.188@osu.edu

Sources:

Bekoff, M. (2014). The importance of play: having fun must be taken seriously. Psychology Today. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/animal-emotions/201405/the-importance-play-having-fun

Becker-Phelps, L. (2018). Why you need to have more fun. WebMD. https://blogs.webmd.com/relationships/20180620/why-you-need-to-have-more-fun

Dangerous and Deadly? It Can Only Be Dehydration.

clear glass with a red colored beverage sitting on a pool ledge

As thoughts of summer activities start to fill people’s minds, images of beaches, pool trips, and one’s favorite refreshing beverage are often visualized. As the weather heats up, people all over the world swarm to bodies of water to find a refreshing relief from the hot sun. However, what about our bodies of water? The human body is 55-65% water, and so often, people neglect to replenish themselves, which can lead to dehydration.

What causes dehydration?

            Dehydration happens when water losses from the body exceed water replacement.  Did you know that 75% of Americans are chronically dehydrated? Dehydration can be caused by a variety of medical issues, but in general, it can be caused by:

  • Failure to replenish water losses.
  • Excessive water loss from the skin due to exercise, heat, or even sunburns.
  • Excessive alcohol consumption.
  • Excessive vomiting or diarrhea.
  • Increased aging.

Signs and Symptoms of Dehydration

            Dehydration can be fatal, so it is essential to know the common signs and symptoms of dehydration to prevent it from progressing to a deadly point. According to the National Health Service4, common signs and symptoms of dehydration are:

  • feeling thirsty
  • dark yellow and strong-smelling pee
  • feeling dizzy or lightheaded
  • feeling tired
  • a dry mouth, lips, and eyes
  • peeing little, and fewer than four times daily

It is important to note that individuals with specific conditions such as diabetes or certain medications such as diuretics are more prone to dehydration.A quick and easy way to access dehydration is with a simple test of someone’s skin turgor, often called the dehydration pinch test. The great thing about knowing this tool is that it is quick, easy, and can be performed by anyone.

How to Avoid Dehydration

            As the weather continues to heat up, consuming the appropriate amount of water is vital for one’s overall health. Adequate amounts for water have been determined for generally healthy people and are based on age and gender. For women, the amount of total water is about 11.5 cups per day, and for men, about 15.5 cups. Basic tips to help meet your recommended daily fluid intakes and avoid dehydration are:

  • Eat foods with high amounts of water like fruits and vegetables.
  • Avoid or limit drinks with alcohol.
  • Drink one glass of water for every alcoholic beverage consumed.
  • Carry around a full water bottle with you wherever you go.

Not everyone is a fan of plain water, and if you are one of these people, try one of these recipes to not only spice up your water but help increase your daily water consumption.

If you or your loved one has severe dehydration symptoms, including excessive thirst, fever, rapid heartbeat, fast breathing, little or no urine, concentrated urine with a dark color and pungent odor or confusion, contact your doctor immediately!

Written by: Madison Barker, Guest Author from Middle Tennessee State University, Nutrition and Food Science major with a concentration in Dietetics.

Reviewed by: Susan Zies, Extension Educator, Family and Consumer Sciences, Wood County

References

  1. Taylor K, Jones EB. Adult Dehydration. [Updated 2020 Apr 22]. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2021 Jan-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK555956/
  2. Alcohol use and health. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. https://www.cdc.gov/alcohol/fact-sheets/alcohol-use.htm. Accessed April 11, 2021.
  3. Schols JM, De Groot CP, van der Cammen TJ, Olde Rikkert MG. Preventing and treating dehydration in the elderly during periods of illness and warm weather. J Nutr Health Aging. 2009;13(2):150-157. doi:10.1007/s12603-009-0023-z
  4. Dehydration. National Health Service UK. https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/dehydration/. Published August 9, 2019. Accessed April 11, 2021.
  5. Gordon B. How Much Water Do You Need. EatRight. https://www.eatright.org/food/nutrition/healthy-eating/how-much-water-do-you-need. Published November 6, 2019. Accessed April 11, 2021.