Hydration Patient’s Guide — References

References:

• NHS: Water, drinks and hydration — UK guidance on daily fluid intake, fluids from food and drink, recognising dehydration, urine colour indicators, maintaining fluid balance, and when to seek medical advice.
• NHS Inform: Hydration — Public health guidance on fluid intake, recognising dehydration, maintaining fluid balance, and understanding risk groups.
• Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health: Water — Overview of hydration physiology, fluid balance, electrolyte roles, daily fluid requirements, fluid sources, and the contribution of diet to hydration in both general and active populations.
• Harvard Health Publishing: How much water should you drink? — Overview of hydration requirements, fluid needs, individual variation, and health considerations.
• Popkin BM, D’Anci KE, Rosenberg IH. Water, hydration and health — Review examining hydration status, fluid balance, and the effects on physical performance, cognitive function, and overall health. Nutrition Reviews.
• Armstrong LE et al. Even mild dehydration affects mood and cognitive performance — Research summary examining the impact of mild dehydration on mood, attention, and cognitive function.
• British Dietetic Association: Fluid, water and drinks — Dietetic guidance on fluid intake, hydration, electrolyte balance, physical activity, health conditions, safe intake, and sources of fluid from food and drink.
• American Heart Association: Staying hydrated, staying healthy — Overview of hydration in physical activity, fluid needs during exercise, and the role of electrolytes.
• Johns Hopkins Medicine: Sports and hydration for athletes — Clinical overview of hydration and electrolyte needs during exercise, including strategies before, during and after activity, heat exposure considerations, and monitoring fluid losses.
• Mayo Clinic: Water: How much should you drink every day? — Overview of hydration needs, fluid balance, dehydration signs, influencing factors, exercise considerations, fluid sources, and medical considerations in hydration.
• Better Health Channel (Victoria): Exercise – the low down on water and drinks — Practical advice on hydration during exercise and heat.