This study shows that the summers are on in India. It's important to remain hydrated. Especially when dry throat is multiplying COVID 19. Here some of the tips to manage the fluid intakes in pandemic situation to stay proper hydration of the body. Important to remember is that drinking water utilities disinfect the water we drink prior to it being delivered to our homes. Below are some questions and responses.

• Water is the second most important thing for life after oxygen and makes up to 78 % of the body.
• Water doesn’t give you any calories but still hydration keeps you on..!

Average person consumes 8 ounces or 2 liters of water in a day. The more you are out in the sun. You need to replenish more. While your body sweats you feel need to quench your thirst.

• choice to remain hydrated.
• Start your day with a glass of water and end your day with a glass of water before going to bed. As while you sleep you lose water.
• If you are working in office or going for trip carry a water bottle with you.
• Coffee or tea do not have diuretic effect but provide good fluid with minimum loss. But alcohols act as diuretic and leads to water loss.
• If you sweat more you will feel thirstier ...so drink more water.
• Remember average sweat rates are:
• 5 L/hour to 2.5 L/hour or may be more.
• Begin workout well hydrated. Approximately 500 ml of water before 1 to 3 hours of exercise...keeps you hydrated.
• Hydration during exercise...every 15 to 20 min consume a glass of water. You can take sips in longer training sessions. Sports drinks help you maintain electrolyte balance.
• Hydration after activity...after exercise drink 500 ml to 1000 ml of water. Even if you don't feel thirsty.

What happens if I consume too much water?

If you do so your sodium levels will go down. It is known as “hypernatremia”.