Big Pine Neighborhood Charter School

Nurse Jeanne's Notes

Oct 10, 2002

HEALTH TIPS
Our bodies need water to function properly. Water helps with digestion, keeping our temperature regulated, providing oxygen to our cells and tissues, and much more. It is important to get enough water every day to prevent dehydration. Thirst is your body?’s 911 call for water. How do you know how much water you need? A good rule of thumb is to drink half your weight in ounces to keep well hydrated. For example, if you weigh 150 pounds, you need 75 ounces or water daily. (That is 2 quarts, 11 ounces) Are you getting enough water?
Sunday, November 17th, is the ?“All American Smoke-Out?”. For those of you who have already quit using tobacco, keep up the good work. For those of you who are still smoking or chewing, refrain from using tobacco on the 17th and it might get you started on a plan to quit for good.
Happy Thanksgiving to all of you and your families.
Be Well,
Nurse Jeannie