Healthy Living
Stay Safe In The Heat: Drink Fluids
However, not all beverages are considered equal when it comes to staying hydrated.
Now that our typical St. Louis summer heat has arrived, it can no longer be ignored. During these heat spells it’s easy to lose more body fluid than you’re taking in which can lead to dehydration, along with other serious heat-related illnesses. It’s important to stay well-hydrated and to recognize the signs when you’re not. To begin with, stay hydrated so you don’t have to worry about the signs. Contrary to popular tradition, sitting outside in the heat watching a game while drinking beer is not considered staying hydrated. “Beer, like wine and all alcohol, actually has the opposite effect on your body,” Dr. Brian Ullery, emergency physician at St. John’s Mercy Medical Center, said, “Alcoholic drinks promote urination, which is a loss of …
