THE HYDRATION FOR HEALTH INITIATIVE
We are what we drink.
Our mission is to establish healthy hydration as an integral part of public health nutritional guidelines and routine patient counseling so people can make informed choices.
- Nutritional advice typically focuses on food intake.
- Yet, the quantity and quality of the fluids we drink every day can have a significant impact on our well-being and long-term health.
- Our primary challenge is therefore to communicate the fundamental need for healthcare policymakers and practitioners to proactively provide healthy hydration advice.
UPDATES
- May 2012 - Emerging Hydration Science section - a NEW article has been added recently: ‘Low water intake and risk for new-onset hyperglycemia’. Free access & download available to H4H Initiative members.
- March 2012 - New expert opinion on the effects of hydration on cognition.
- February 2012 - Emerging Hydration Science: two new publications and expert commentary – effects of mild dehydration and cognitive performance in men & women. Free access & download available to H4H Initiative members.
Water: a key element for our body
Water is the largest constituent of the human body: Total Body Water averages at 60% of body weight.
Different needs at different life stages
More water has been shown to have general health benefits as well as in specific medical conditions.
Daily fluid intake recommendations vary widely.
Personal hydration calculator
This scientifically validated tool provides patients with a personalised liquid intake assessment as well as important lifestyle advice.
Patient education materials
A range of informative aids for healthcare professionals to encourage people to think and act on healthy hydration advice: these practical tools are only intended for use by healthcare professionals.
Media Centre
If you are a journalist click here to access press information and media resources.
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