Drinking volume: 1.5 liter rule is an approximate guideline

Frequently discussed nutrition tips Some nutrition tips are repeatedly discussed by experts from theory and practice. For example, the 1.5-liter or 2-liter water rule is constantly being reconsidered. The German Nutrition Society (DGE ) provides an approximate guideline for the 1.5-liter rule. This amount is a guideline for healthy adults. However, there are also fluctuations […]

Drinking correctly for incontinence

Sufficient drinking is particularly important for illnesses such as incontinence. Incontinence is a problem that can affect any of us. Be it an illness or simply old age. In any case, it is very unpleasant. Many people therefore try to get to grips with this problem by drinking less. This certainly reduces urine production, but […]

Fluid deficiency and excess

Water in the metabolism Since the body cannot maintain its cells and body fluids without water intake, drinking enough water is so vital. All nutrients are transported to their processing and destination within the body via the water. All metabolic breakdown products are also broken down by this important element    Bezeichnung für einen Reinstoff, […]

Drinking less water in winter?

In the cooler months of the year, water consumption is often less of a priority than in the warmer months. The body rarely breaks a sweat due to the outside temperatures. Outdoor exercise also decreases significantly for many people in the winter months. This also means that the body is less likely to feel really […]

Heat stress: preventing and avoiding heatstroke

From a climatic point of view, hot and humid weather is the ideal breeding ground for heat stroke. The body is no longer able to cool down sufficiently by sweating. This causes the human (or animal) body to overheat from one minute to the next. Unsuitable clothing that is far too warm or does not […]