Should Users of Water Coolers Be Concerned About Water Intoxication?

Even if you only have a passing interest in health and fitness, you are likely to be aware of the importance of proper hydration. However, there have been increasing articles about water intoxication. This could be something that you’ve read and may be putting you off using water coolers. Perth consumers need to know the facts and whether they need to be concerned about water intoxication.

The Water Intoxication Basics:

Water is vital for all life, but it is possible to have too much of a great thing. Although water is important for organ function, drinking too much can cause issues. For example, our kidneys have the responsibility for balancing the electrolytes and fluids in our body. The most relevant electrolyte is sodium, and water intoxication occurs when sodium concentrations in the blood become dangerously low. When this occurs, liquid is moved from the blood into the cells, causing swelling.

The Dangers of Water Intoxication:

Although there are some media outlets, who are fear mongering, water intoxication or to give it the medical term hyponatremia is not actually a common occurrence. Cases of hyponatremia are actually extremely rare. It is far more common to be dehydrated rather than having an issue with overhydration. However, it is important to be aware of the symptoms, so you can be aware of any warning signs.

The Main Symptoms of Water Intoxication:

There are symptoms that you may be starting to suffer from water intoxication. These include:

Bloating and Nausea; This is caused by the stomach being unable to hold the excessive amounts of water

Fatigue and Weakness; You may also experience restlessness particularly if you are an athlete.

Slurred Speech; It could be very easy to mistake water intoxication as someone being drunk.

Disorientation; This occurs in serious cases where the condition has begun to affect the brain.

Seizures; In rare cases that are left unchecked, the brain may start to swell, which can cause seizures, respiratory difficulties, and even fatalities.

Avoiding Water Intoxication:

It is not necessarily the amount of water you drink that could put you at risk of water intoxication, but rather the time frame for consuming large amounts. However, you would need to drink litre after litre of water in a very short time period for this to occur.

Athletes can be vulnerable to intoxication, as they need to be aware of how much water has been consumed and lost during endurance activities. Since sodium is lost by sweating, simply replacing the lost fluid with water may not correct an electrolyte balance. Fortunately, you can make your own electrolyte rich drink using spring water, fruit juice and a little sugar and salt.

If you are interested in a water cooler dispenser Perth consumers should speak to us. We offer a myriad of water coolers, and the Aussie Natural team members are available to answer queries or questions.

Kids Art and Craft Project Ideas for 1.5 litre Water Bottles

When you are buying a 1.5 litre water bottle for sale, the last thing on your mind is likely to be arts and crafts. However, when you are looking to keep your children entertained during the school holidays, this humble plastic bottle could provide you with plenty of inspiration. So, here we will explore some project ideas to make use of your supply of water bottles.

Make a Plastic Bottle Scene:

While most parents won’t let their kids anywhere near a ship in a bottle, this can make a great inspiration for a crafts project. Your 1.5 litre water bottles are the ideal size to create a scene where little hands won’t be at risk of cuts, and you won’t need to worry about breakages. All you need to do is remove the label and cut a rectangle or oval from the side of your bottle. This will form the platform for your scene, so make it as small or large as needed. Glue your scene characters onto some flexible cardboard and then glue the bottle around it.

Make A Flower Vase:

This can be a great activity for mother’s day, as the kids can make flowers using pipe cleaners and decorated egg box sections and present them in a decorated plastic bottle vase. There is no need to worry about spilled water or paying over the odds for flowers that may get crushed during the project. You can simply let the kids go decorating crazy. The only adult input needed is cutting the top from the bottle to make the vase shape and cutting up the cardboard egg boxes. Young children may also need a little help gluing their flowers together and gluing the decorations to their “vase”.

Musical Instruments:

This one is for those brave parents who don’t mind a racket. You can use 1.5 litre water bottles or a mixture of different sized plastic bottles. The kids can decorate their bottles as they please and you can fill them with a variety of dried beans, marbles, dried pasta or any other rattling materials. Each shaker will sound different, so your kids can create their own unique musical instrument. Just be sure to check that they’ve put the lid on securely and tightened it or you could be picking up dried peas or beans from corners of your floor for days.

If you are looking for a great quality 1.5 litre water bottle for sale, Perth consumers should speak to us. All our 1.5 litre water bottles are filled with excellent spring water sourced from the Darling Ranges. We also have a wide selection of spring water options including coolers, larger bottles, and handy travel size bottles. So speak to the Aussie Natural team today.