water balance

Water balance and staying hydrated is a vital function for our bodies.  Inadequate water intake, hot weather, illnesses, and exercise place everyone at risk for dehydration. Conversely, drinking too much water, or overhydration, can lead to decreases in electrolytes that can cause life threatening problems.  Post your replies in order with numbered responses.   I expect a meaningful numbered paragraph for each question.   Use reliable sources (strong sources found in your resource module).  Review the information in your text book on sodium/water balance and why it is so important!  

Discussion (5 questions):

(1)What are the signs and symptoms of dehydration? Explain.  Concerns?

(2)What are the signs and symptoms of overhydration or water intoxication? Explain.  Concerns?

(3)What are the treatments for both? Explain.

(4)Imagine you are participating in a triathlon, which product is better for rehydration – water or sports drinks?  Explain.

(5)What are the benefits of sports drinks?  Explain.

Use your text book and reliable sources (strong ones found in your resource module).  Use your own words.  I expect a meaningful short paragraph response to each question asked.  Post/identify your answers in order as listed above.  Do not cut and paste ever. 

Discussion Nutrition 101 Directions: 

Through threaded discussions you will exchange ideas with other class participants.  You will be required to complete a minimum of two meaningful posts per discussion question during this course [your original post and response to 1 other classmate postings].

Guidelines:

1. Make your initial post answering the questions prompt by Thursday.   Do not use a link or quote as an answer.  Use your own words.
2. Initial posts must be a minimum of 300 words in length and include two (2) valid references [textbook, nutrition journal article, or nutrition professional website] in APA format.
3. Nutrition journal articles must be:  (1) Less than 5 years old and (2) A minimum of two [2] pages in length.  Some helpful resources are in your modules.