Gulpwater and Hydration Education Foundation, Inc

05/31/2012

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05/30/2012

RT The Health Benefits of Umcka: Stops Viral and Bacterial Infections http://t.co/UkJKo8CF

05/28/2012

Thoughts today are with those who gave their lives to protect our freedoms

03/16/2012

New gulpwater illustration from Art Glazer. He is an amazing artist and great guy.

03/07/2012

We have now taught over a thousand children the importance of proper hydration. Hydration Education Foundation, Inc. is dedicated to educating children about the nutritional benefits of gulping water. Educating kids about hydration isn't free, and it's made possible only through tax-deductible contributions from both individuals and corporate sponsors.
Our 501c3 non-profit charitable organization’s mission is to prevent childhood obesity, diabetes, dehydration and dental disease.

The Hydration Education Foundation, Inc. (www.gulpwater.org) teaches children to choose to gulp plain water instead of sugar drinks. Given today's numerous beverage choices, such a simple health concept can amount to a complex task.

This week we reached a new geographical milestone, we happily fulfilled a request for our Hydration Education lesson plans from Wasilla, Alaska.

Already our lesson plans have been introduced to schools in Alabama, Arkansas, California, Arizona, Florida, New York as well as in New Zealand and Australia.

The US Department of Agriculture has designated Hydration Education Foundation, Inc. as an Official Community Partner. The IRS recently granted us 501(c)3 public charity status as a not-for-profit and we have officially launched our sponsorship programs enabling corporations to have their marketing goals achieved through our teaching materials.

Request free lesson plans or sponsor a marketing program or make a tax-deductible donation by visiting www.gulpwater.org. Follow Hydration Education Foundation on our blog at http://gulpwater.blogspot.com on twitter@gulpwater or on www.facebook.com/gulpwater.

Hydration Education Foundation, Inc. provides teachers with free downloadable lesson plans and support materials to enable students to demonstrate an understanding of the importance of proper daily hydration.

02/22/2012

While most understand that dehydration can have medical complications, a new study shows that even mild dehydration can influence mood, energy levels and the ability to think clearly.
Regrettably, we often use thirst as an indicator for when we need to drink — a response that experts say is too late to avoid many of the detrimental effects of dehydration.

02/20/2012

hydrate in winter...sent lessons to alaska..

01/09/2012

Britney Spears, the famed singer who got back up the horse and brought the world songs like "Oops, I Did it Again," actually did it again - stay fit with regular exercise. But more importantly, through sleep and staying hydrated, because little do people know, getting enough sleep and drinking water can significantly help a person's health, especially in losing weight.

01/07/2012

It is with great sadness that I share the passing of Don Papineau. He was a really special man who smiled both with his mouth and with his eyes. Don just recently learned of this foundation, its purpose and was thrilled with its mission. I'd like to respectfully encourage all of Gulpwater's friends to take a quiet moment to honor this outstanding gentleman, his family and friends. He will truly be missed.

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01/05/2012

From www.kendrickfincher.org: This foundation was created tragically after their son Kendrick lost his life 6 years ago to dehydration while he was playing football. Their site is dedicated to their son and providing hydration education to teens and their teachers. I was honored to speak with Rhonda Fincher. She is a kind and wonderful new friend. Donate to them and us...we are both 501c3 tax deductible.

Dehydration
Dehydration during exercise is a common problem. Some young athletes can begin to suffer the consequences of dehydration if they become dehydrated by just 2 percent of their body weight during exercise in the heat.

That’s why it’s important to recognize the warning signs:
· Noticeable Thirst
· Muscle Cramps
· Weakness
· Decreased Performance
· Nausea
· Headache
· Fatigue
· Lightheaded feeling or dizziness
· Difficulty paying attention

01/02/2012

Monitor the quantity and color of your urine. If you don’t need to empty your bladder for several hours, it’s a sure sign you are running low on liquid. When you do “go” make sure that it’s light yellow to clear; a strong yellow color is one of the best indicators of a need for better hydration.

At the onset of thirst, an individual will already be 3 percent dehydrated so don’t wait until you’re thirsty. Keep yourself well hydrated all year long.