Herald - Issue 396

8th October 2020 • The HERALD • Page 33 v READ THE HERALD ONLINE: www.herald-publishing.co.uk v We are open and looking forward to welcoming new and existing patients We are also able to help with ‘one off’ or occasional problems Our friendly team, including the dentists Susan Phillips and Simon Watson, and hygienist Lisa Brown are back with the support of our amazing nursing team. Things have changed but we are still here to help you and look after your dental needs. You can find out more about how we have adapted and how we now offer our services by visiting our web site or giving us a call. With our experience and expertise we can offer all types of dentistry, including general, cosmetic and gum care. Contact us to book your appointment today 023 8086 6555 Waterlanedental.co.uk • Email- info@waterlanedental.co.uk Water Lane Dental, 15 Water Lane, Totton, SO40 3DF Treatments include: Nail trimmings/filing Reduction of thickened nails Corns/Callus Ingrown toe nails Diabetic Foot Care Mini Foot massage For appointments please call Chloe 07587 071367 Chloe’s Foot Care Mobile Foot health practitioner The Podium 023 8086 9080 3 Marchwood Village Centre, Marchwood One answer to foot problems Health, Beauty & Wellbeing Send your local news to The Editor, The Herald, 2 High Street, Hythe SO45 6AH STAY HYDRATED by Dr Helen Flaherty, Head of Health Promotion at Heart Research UK Staying hydrated throughout the day is really important for keeping your heart and circulatory system healthy. Dehydration makes the heart work harder and it can cause your blood pressure to drop. Being hydrated can also help with weight loss as thirst can quite o en feel the same as hunger! During hot weather, or physical activity, we lose water through sweating and this can lead to dehydration. Guidance says we should aim to drink between 6-8 cups of uid every day. Have a read of some of our tips below to help you stay hydrated. How do I know if I am dehydrated? When you become dehydrated, you may notice symptoms such as headaches, tiredness, irritability or di culty concentrating. e easiest way to tell if you are dehydrated is the colour of your urine. If your urine is pale and clear then you’re hydrated. However, if your urine becomes more yellow, brown or dark in colour with a strong smell, this suggests you aren’t drinking enough. I’m struggling to keep hydrated - what can I do? Regular drinks of water throughout the day is the best way to keep hydrated. Water is always best, but if you don’t like water, or want to mix things up, uids such as herbal teas and sugar-free squash are also good. You should avoid having too many drinks with added sugar and ca eine in them, such as sweet tea and co ee, energy drinks or sugary pop. Keeping hydrated out and about If you’re going out for the day, make sure you take a drink with you. You can also get water from foods. Fruit and vegetables tend to have a high water content, especially cucumber, watermelon, tomatoes, oranges and apples. Try snacking on these foods rather than foods with a high fat and salt content, such as crisps or salted nuts, as these can make you feel thirsty. You can nd more healthy tips, recipes and advice at www.heartresearch.org.uk