week 1 the elixir of life
TRANSCRIPT
TODAY, I’M GOING TO SHARE WITH YOU.…
Why hydra(on is THE key lifestyle habit
The science bit & your amazing body
Signs from your body you are not ge=ng enough hydra(on
To caffeinate or decaffeinate Top (ps for daily hydra(on
www.helenturier.com
Disclaimer
“The informa,on and recommenda,ons on hydra,on in this presenta,on are based upon my experience as a trained nurse and holis,c therapist, my personal experience and research.
This presenta,on does not cons,tute medical advice and is not intended to replace medical advice. Before undertaking any lifestyle changes it is best prac,ce to discuss any such lifestyle changes with your medical prac,,oner or physician. This is especially important of you have any medical condi,ons or take any prescrip,on or non prescrip,on medica,on.
Of necessity, the author disclaims all liability in connec,on with the use of informa,on presented herein. The applica,on of the informa,on in this presenta,on should always be used on the basis of a good common sense approach to your own circumstances.”
Once a nurse always a nurse..
The Elixir of Life • Our bodies are made up of
25% maGer 75% water • Water is in every cell in our
body • Every cell in our body is also
bathed in water • The volume of water inside
the cell is higher than the volume of the one found in the cell environment.
• Osmosis the vital flow of life force
• The flow of water into and out of the cell acts like hydroelectric energy pumps
EffecGve HydraGon-‐ ‘THE’ Key Lifestyle Habit
Dehydra(on is classed as a 1.5% loss of normal water volume in the body
Thirst response does not kick in un(l 2% dehydrated
The thirst response diminishes as you age
Drought Management • When the body is dehydrated a pre-‐
determined priority ra(oning and distribu(on system for available water becomes opera(ve
• Key chemical messengers are ac(vated to direct and operate the systems and sub systems
• 1% drop in hydra(on ac(vates the system. The first sign you may no(ce is yawning and the flow if water into and out of the cells is diminished affec(ng your energy (hydroelectric energy pumps)
www.helenturier.com
Drought Management • University of Connec(cut study on
dehydra(on and performance shows even very mild dehydra(on affects vigilance, concentra(on, reac(on (me, memory and reasoning.
• Women are more suscep(ble to the adverse effects of low level hydra(on than men
www.helenturier.com
www.helenturier.com
Early warning signs
• Yawning • Poor memory • Mood changes • Headaches • Dry eyes • Fall in concentra(on levels
Stress & DehydraGon
• The double edged sword • Dehydra(on puts your body
under stress • The stress response ini(ates
the flight or fight system which has a different priority system
• Long term stress plus dehydra(on puts the body a increased risk of disease and malfunc(oning
• When working under pressure ensure you priori(ze good hydra(on
Other signs from the body that you are not properly hydrated
• Cons(pa(on – Bristol Stool Chart
• Diges(ve disturbances
• Aches and pains
• Breathing disturbances • Circula(on disturbances
• Skin problems –rashes, break outs, sensi(vi(es
• Weight control
Caffeine
• Caffeine is a natural s(mulant that enter the blood stream very fast and act upon the nervous system causing it to release energy (ATP) from the cells. It will also act to override the bodies natural energy distribu(on system. Hence why people use caffeine when they are (red.
• Constant use of caffeine will deplete the ATP stored energy in the brain and the body.
• A long term caffeine intake is damaging to the body
Caffeine
• Cup of tea contains 75mg of caffeine
• Cup of coffee 100mg
• Cup of filter coffee is 140mg • Recommended daily intake is
200-‐300mg (less of pregnant women)
• Caffeine also acts as a diure(c s(mula(ng your kidneys to produce more urine
• Caffeine also disrupts the calcium levels in the cells as it causes them to liberate more calcium into the blood Therefore for women in middle age where osteoporosis is a risk caffeine intake should be limited
Alcohol
• Vasopressin is one of the chemical messengers involved in ra(oning and distribu(ng water according to the priority plan when there is dehydra(on.
• Alcohol suppress the secre(on of vasopressin from the pituitary gland. Lack of vasopressin will translate to general dehydra(on especially in the brain cells. Brian cells have highest energy requirement of all cells.
How much to drink?
• Best guide of how hydrated you are is the colour of your urine
• As a nurse I was always told a pa(ents urine should be pale yellow, so that you could only just see it in the toilet pan. Another way to look at it is to aim for pale white wine colour.
• Anything darker counts as dehydrated.
• Bear in mind some medica(ons and supplements can colour your urine.
• Any pink, red or other colours should be checked by a healthcare professional
Top Tips • Start the day with a glass of water • Have a small glass of water 30
minutes before each meal • Got a headache? Have a glass of
water before you reach for the painkillers
• Feeling hungry? Have a drink of water you are more likely to be thirsty than hungry
• Have a glass of water with each caffeine or alcoholic beverage
• Keep a boGle of water on your desk and sip throughout the day
• Download your 20 top (ps booklet from our Facebook page. To join go to www.helenturier.com/7habits
Water is energy for your body Mild dehydra(on disrupts memory, concentra(on
& performance as well as body func(ons such as diges(on and circula(on
Drinking 6-‐8 glasses of water a day is the simplest and most effec(ve way to improve your health
Caffeine should be used only for short periods only and daily intake should not be more than 300mg
Our health is priceless. No amount of money can protect you from poor lifestyle habits.
Women can change the world, especially when they do it together.
Developing The 7 Lifestyle Habits of Healthy Happy Women is the answer to ‘Having it All’.
What Have We Covered So Far?