Viewpoint DEHYDRATION, SPORTS, COMPETING AND YOUR HEALTH
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n imbalance of electrolytes in an ath- lete can impact cognitive function,
physical abilities and performance as well as emotional and psychological well-being. Proper fluid and electrolyte levels are essential to cel- lular function. Therefore, when competing in sports, it is
important to drink before you feel thirsty…es- pecially when involved in a high activity sport like show jumping. Being thirsty is not a good indicator of hydration and should not be used to monitor hydration status when competing. According to the American College of
Sports Medicine, “Thirst is only one sig- nal that your body is headed toward de- hydration.” Medical studies show that dehydration
affects our ability to live life or compete to its’ fullest. Travel, whether for business or leisure, takes a toll on our bodies: jet- lag, air conditioning, sun, wind, sports, long meetings, drinking and dancing – all which rob our bodies of essential electro- lytes which can impact our weight, ability to sleep, mental abilities, physical perfor- mance, and our ability to deal with every- day stresses such as the show ring. Dehydration, even mild dehydration,
has a myriad of physical and psychologi- cal effects including: headaches, nausea, irritability reduced cognitive function, reduced physical performance, and leth- argy. Most casual athletes can lose up to 3 liters of water per hour and high per- formance sports at least triples that. The effects of moderate dehydration are much more dramatic and can lead to serious consequences such as heat stroke and heart attack. Energy drinks (particularly those with caf-
feine) as well as alcoholic beverages have a di- uretic effect on the body, accelerate dehydration and by extension worsen the effects. Caffeinated drinks are not recommended when rapid rehy- dration after exercise is desired because caffeine can promote modest diuresis. The same is true of alcohol, but to a larger extent. WELL HYDRATED BODIES DURING SPORTS • Medical studies show that dehydration affects our ability to live life to its’ fullest and changes
our ability to compete to our fullest capability. Travel, whether for business or leisure, takes a toll on our bodies: jet-lag, air conditioning, sun, wind, sports, long meetings, drinking and danc- ing – all rob our bodies of essential electrolytes which can impact our weight, ability to sleep, mental abilities, physical performance, and our ability to deal with everyday stresses. • “Road Warriors” are under constant attack
BUT does not replace a full night’s sleep.. • Get more out of your vacation or horse show travel. Travel, air conditioned hotels, outdoor activities, long days of activities, and longer nights of social time with friends and dancing, all cause dehydration which causes you to feel run-down and lethargic. The product H2ORS prevents and allevi-
ates the effects of dehydration in a medically proven, fast and
easy way. Your va-
cation goes by quickly – get the most out of each moment by providing your body with an optimal balance of fluid and electrolytes. Don’t spend your precious vacation time feeling tired or
hung-over; drink
H2ORS and get back to enjoying yourself! • Currently H2ORS products are deployed primarily in medical scenarios such as: pedi- atrics, oncology, gastroenterology, diabetes, and senior care. It is commonly used for diarrhea, vomiting, and stomach flu. Glob- ally ORS is a front line defense in cholera outbreaks where access to IV therapy is un- available. • H2ORS replaces not only the fluid loss, but equally importantly, it restores the elec- trolytes lost through dehydration and physi- cal exertion. Proper electrolyte balance is essential for cellular function. Electrolyte imbalance can lead to many conditions including negative impacts on the central nervous system, metabolic function, and psychosis. • A well hydrated body recovers faster from: o Fatigue o Athlete exertion o Over-indulgence o Illness o Jetlag & travel
from dehydration. Air travel, air conditioned meetings, long days, business dinners, all have a cumulative effect on hydration and electro- lyte balance. Drinking a new product called H2ORS before dehydration sets in ensures that your body is better prepared for the day ahead. A serving before heading out for the night
helps ward off fatigue – both mental and physi- cal. Should a
long night of entertaining
leave you feeling less than optimal in the morn- ing, H2ORS provides the fastest, most ef- fective recovery from the effects of late nights
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