How to Keep Seniors Hydrated During a Heatwave
It’s important to know how to keep seniors hydrated. Dehydration is something that can be dangerous or even life-threatening at any age. However, as we age, our risk for complications relating to dehydration increase exponentially. Many factors could contribute to seniors’ tendency to dehydrate more quickly than when they were younger. As we age, our body’s water composition lessens as muscle mass shrinks and fat replaces it. Muscle is comprised of about 80% water and…