[Diabetes-talk] water!!!

Alan Wheeler awheeler at neb.rr.com
Sun Apr 19 22:31:19 UTC 2009


The petroleum industry?  With bottled water?  Huh?



Alan Wheeler
Lincoln, Nebraska


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----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Mike Freeman" <k7uij at panix.com>
To: "Diabetes Talk for the Blind" <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Sent: Sunday, April 19, 2009 04:59
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-talk] water!!!


> Why subsidize the petroleum industry? Most botteled water is no better 
> (and sometimes worse) than tap-water.
> 
> Mike
> 
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "catdancing" <catdancing at sbcglobal.net>
> To: "Tamera" <fidano at verizon.net>; "Diabetes Talk for the Blind" 
> <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Sent: Sunday, April 19, 2009 11:28 AM
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-talk] water!!!
> 
> 
> drink bottled water
> Debbie
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "Tamera" <fidano at verizon.net>
> To: "Diabetes Talk for the Blind" <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>; "Donna 
> Miller"
> <dmiller64 at tx.rr.com>
> Sent: Saturday, April 18, 2009 9:54 PM
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-talk] water!!!
> 
> 
>> Donna,
>> As Mike  notes a Book.. remember that anyone.. anyone can  publish a 
>> book
>> with or without research.. scientific or other.
>> It all really boils down to common sense and I think your right on, 
>> that
>> juices, caffeinated beverages etc don't  come close to  plain old 
>> water.
>>  While, yes.. there is  some liquid value in  other sources, if you 
>> can
>> drink filtered water.. your way ahead of the addition of  caffeine, 
>> sugar,
>> natural or other,  sodium as in soda etc.
>>
>> ----- Original Message ----- 
>> From: "Mike Freeman" <k7uij at panix.com>
>> To: "Donna Miller" <dmiller64 at tx.rr.com>; "Diabetes Talk for the 
>> Blind"
>> <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
>> Sent: Saturday, April 18, 2009 9:00 AM
>> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-talk] water!!!
>>
>>
>>> Donna:
>>>
>>> I still maintain that the article below comes from a source with its 
>>> own
>>> axes to grind. Compare it with the debunking of the "myth" in the
>>> following NLS digital talking book:
>>>
>>> DB-66890
>>>  Medical Myths That Can Kill You:
>>>  And the 101 Truths That
>>>  Will Save, Extend, and
>>>  Improve Your Life
>>> Snyderman, Nancy
>>>
>>> Mike Freeman
>>>
>>>
>>> ----- Original Message ----- 
>>> From: "Donna Miller" <dmiller64 at tx.rr.com>
>>> To: "Diabetes Talk for the Blind" <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
>>> Sent: Friday, April 17, 2009 1:56 PM
>>> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-talk] water!!!
>>>
>>>
>>> thanks for this article. I absolutely hate water and have to remind
>>> myself to drink it.
>>>
>>> I do know I don't drink enough of it but I've managed to drink more 
>>> than
>>> I used too.
>>>
>>> Donna Miller
>>>  ----- Original Message ----- 
>>>  From: Diane
>>>  To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind
>>>  Sent: Friday, April 17, 2009 8:15 AM
>>>  Subject: [Diabetes-talk] water!!!
>>>
>>>
>>>  Sorry to burst your bubble Mike, but coffee, soda, juice and milk
>>> don't
>>>  count. Coffee is a diuretic so you are loosing water, not adding.
>>>  Your kidneys have to work extra hard to process all of those, but 
>>> the
>>> plain
>>>  old water is what helps our blood cells and everything else stay
>>> healthy
>>>  See below:
>>>  Di
>>>
>>>  ARE YOU DRINKING ENOUGH WATER?
>>>  THE GUILD OF COLON HYDROTHERAPISTS
>>>
>>>
>>>  Water and You
>>>  Are you drinking enough water?
>>>
>>>  So why is water so important?
>>>  Water is vital in order for our bodies to function; it lubricates 
>>> eyes
>>> and
>>>  joints, flushes out toxins and waste, and keeps our skin healthy.
>>>
>>>  Our bodies contain a large amount of water; in fact about two-thirds
>>> of our
>>>  body weight is water. However, we need it all - losing just one
>>> percent of
>>>  our body weight due to fluid loss can cause dehydration and any more
>>> than
>>>  that can lead to serious medical complications. And remember we're
>>>  constantly losing water, by sweating or urinating, so by drinking
>>> we're
>>>  keeping our supplies topped up.
>>>
>>>  How can I tell if I'm dehydrated?
>>>  The easiest way to is to look at the colour of your urine. If it's
>>> pale
>>>  you're probably ok, if it's any darker than the colour of straw,
>>> you're
>>>  probably not drinking enough.
>>>  Symptoms of dehydration include headaches, loss of concentration and
>>>  tiredness, dry eyes and skin. Ongoing dehydration can cause problems
>>> with,
>>>  among other things, your kidneys, liver, joints and muscles. Many
>>> people are
>>>  unaware that they're dehydrated; they've simple become used to not
>>> feeling
>>>  100 per cent. If you ever feel thirsty, you're probably dehydrated.
>>> You
>>>  should drink throughout the day, rather than when your body cries 
>>> out
>>> for
>>>  liquid.
>>>
>>>  >From a vanity point of view - hydrated skin looks younger as its
>>> plumper;
>>>  dehydrated skin looks sallow, saggy and older. Just by drinking more
>>> water
>>>  you could look years younger!
>>>
>>>  How much do we need?
>>>  The Food Standards Agency and The British Dietetic Association
>>> recommend
>>>  that people living in the UK (or a country with a similar climate)
>>> drink six
>>>  to eight glasses of water every day. That's about one and a half to
>>> two
>>>  litres; or a big bottle of water. Children will not need as much 
>>> water
>>> as
>>>  adults.
>>>  Remember that this advice is based on an average day in Britain; 
>>> when
>>> the
>>>  weather heats up, or you've done a lot of exercise you'll need to
>>> drink
>>>  more. Remember to stick to the daily recommended limit as drinking 
>>> too
>>> much
>>>  water can be just as damaging. Too much water could lead to water
>>>  intoxication, which can be fatal.
>>>
>>>  To find out a more accurate water intake, try our online hydration
>>>  calculator. It calculates the amount of water you need to drink 
>>> based
>>> on
>>>  your weight and the amount of exercise you do each day.
>>>
>>>
>>>  What if I don't like water?
>>>  The most efficient way to drink enough and stay hydrated is to drink
>>> plain
>>>  water; a fizzy drink only contains about 65 per cent water.
>>>  If you really don't like water, try diluting it with a little pure
>>> fruit
>>>  juice. The Food Standards Agency also recommends drinking 
>>> semi-skimmed
>>> milk.
>>>
>>>  If you're also drinking tea and coffee it's worth remembering that 
>>> the
>>>  caffeine in them acts as a diuretic, which means you'll want to
>>> urinate
>>>  more, so drink a little more to compensate. And while we're at it,
>>> alcohol
>>>  doesn't count as it dehydrates you. So if you're knocking back the
>>> booze
>>>  you'll need to up your water intake.
>>>
>>>  How can I drink more?
>>>  - Start each day with a glass of water - adding a squeeze of lemon 
>>> or
>>> lime
>>>  to give your digestive system a boost
>>>  - Keep a bottle of water on your desk and drink as you work
>>>  - Carry a small bottle of water in your bag with you
>>>  - Eat more fruit and vegetables - they've got a higher water content
>>> than
>>>  most other foods
>>>  - Drink a glass of water at set points in the day - one before 
>>> lunch,
>>> one
>>>  before you leave work, one as you get home etc
>>>  - Have a glass of water every time you drink a cup of tea or coffee
>>> and
>>>  every time you eat
>>>
>>>  Bottled or tap?
>>>  Bottled water is big business these days. Many of us find that the
>>> water
>>>  that comes from our taps doesn't taste very nice, so buying bottled
>>> water
>>>  seems like a logical solution. There are two types of bottled water,
>>> spring
>>>  water and mineral water. Spring water comes directly from a spring -
>>> where
>>>  it meets the ground, and it must be bottled at source. It can be
>>> treated in
>>>  order to meet hygiene standards. Mineral water comes from under the
>>> ground,
>>>  it flows over rocks before it's collected which means it has a 
>>> higher
>>>  mineral content. Mineral water can't be treated - except to remove
>>> dirt and
>>>  grit.
>>>
>>>  Bottled or tap cont...
>>>  In the UK bottled waters are regulated so that the labels help
>>> consumers
>>>  understand what they're buying. This means that mineral levels must 
>>> be
>>>  listed, and it should be clear whether you're buying spring or 
>>> mineral
>>>  water. There are no known benefits to drinking bottled water over 
>>> tap
>>> water,
>>>  but if you prefer it, then you're likely to drink more, which is
>>> unarguably
>>>  the healthier option.
>>>  Another option is to invest in a water filter. The filtering process
>>> lowers
>>>  the lime-scale content of water, plus it reduces other substances 
>>> that
>>> can
>>>  affect the smell and taste of water; such as chlorine.
>>>
>>>  Hydration tips
>>>  Feeling intimidated by the thought of drinking more water each day?
>>> Read
>>>  below for tips on increasing your daily intake and recognizing the
>>> signs of
>>>  dehydration.
>>>
>>>
>>>  How do I increase my daily water intake?
>>>  Start the day with a cup of hot water with a good squeeze of fresh
>>> lemon.
>>>  This will give your digestive system a real boost.
>>>  Instead of caffeine and alcohol, drink water. Caffeine and alcohol 
>>> act
>>> as
>>>  diuretics and cause the body to lose water.
>>>  Throughout the day have water constantly available; keep a water
>>> bottle on
>>>  your desk so you can top up your glass throughout the day and carry 
>>> a
>>> bottle
>>>  of water with you when you are on the go.
>>>  Create a daily schedule; drink a glass after breakfast, one before
>>> lunch
>>>  etc. You may want to track your water intake, why not download our 
>>> pop
>>> up
>>>  and screen saver to ensure that you drink enough water!
>>>  If you are cold, drink warm water instead of coffee or tea which can
>>>  dehydrate you.
>>>  Ask for a glass of water to go with your coffee and tea in Cafes.
>>>  Drink a glass of water before and during each meal.
>>>  Don't forget to eat plenty of fruit and vegetables as these have a
>>> high
>>>  water content and will contribute to your daily water intake.
>>>
>>>
>>>  Feeling peckish, snacking all the time?
>>>  Have a glass of cold water when you start to feel hungry. People 
>>> often
>>>  confuse mild feelings of thirst with mild hunger.
>>>  Eat more fruit and vegetables each day. They are good for you and 
>>> are
>>> 80-90%
>>>  water by weight.
>>>
>>>
>>>  Feeling incomplete?
>>>  Your body is 50-60% water. Drinking 6-8 glasses a day helps your 
>>> body
>>>  function properly.
>>>
>>>
>>>  Unable to concentrate?
>>>  When you are dehydrated your attention and concentration can 
>>> decrease
>>> by 13%
>>>  and short term memory by 7%. Drinking 6-8 glasses a day helps to
>>> improve
>>>  your concentration.
>>>
>>>
>>>  Are you getting enough?
>>>  Drink water even when you don't feel thirsty; by the time you feel
>>> thirsty
>>>  your body has lost between 2 and 5 cups of water!
>>>  A handy way to check if you are drinking enough water; pinch the 
>>> back
>>> of
>>>  your hand whilst resting it on a flat surface. When you release the
>>> pinch,
>>>  the skin should snap back into place. If it is slow in doing this, 
>>> you
>>> are
>>>  probably dehydrated.
>>>  Another simple way to check that you are drinking enough fluid is to
>>> check
>>>  the colour of your urine. The more transparent it is, the more
>>> hydrated you
>>>  are. You should seek to produce urine that is 'very pale yellow',
>>> 'pale
>>>  yellow' or 'straw coloured'.
>>>
>>>
>>>  Enjoy doing a lot of exercise?
>>>  Drinking water before any physical activity will help keep your 
>>> heart
>>> rate
>>>  and body temperature lower.
>>>
>>>
>>>  Like to sing or talk a lot?
>>>  Drinking water helps to preserve your voice function and quality.
>>>
>>>
>>>  Is water a beauty product?
>>>  Water is the ultimate beauty product; dehydrated skin looks older 
>>> than
>>> it
>>>  is.
>>>  Drink lots to keep your skin looking younger and more vibrant.
>>>
>>>
>>>  Looking forward to summer?
>>>  When the weather gets hotter your body loses more water.
>>>  You should drink additional water each day to compensate for this
>>> loss.
>>>
>>>
>>>  Trying to lose weight?
>>>  Water can help with dieting. Drinking water often curbs the appetite
>>> and it
>>>  is calorie free.
>>>  Enjoy drinking coffee and tea?
>>>
>>>  Caffeine is a diuretic and can lead to dehydration and reduce your
>>> stimulus
>>>  to drink. As a guide caffeinated drinks should not count as part of
>>> your
>>>  daily fluid intake requirement. Why not drink a glass of water with
>>> your tea
>>>  or coffee?
>>>
>>>
>>>  How much water should I drink every day?
>>>  The amount you should drink each day depends on several factors
>>> including
>>>  climate, physical activity and diet. The UK Food Standards Agency
>>> recommends
>>>  that "in a moderate climate, such as the UK, we need to drink at 
>>> least
>>> 6/8
>>>  cups/glasses of water (or other fluid) to prevent dehydration. In
>>> hotter
>>>  climates your body will need more fluids. This means approximately 
>>> 2.5
>>>  litres a day for the average person." Why not have a go at our
>>> hydration
>>>  calculator to work out how much you should be drinking?
>>>  Water in food also contributes to your daily water intake. Fruit and
>>>  vegetables are 80-90% water by weight so are a must in your daily
>>> routine.
>>>
>>>
>>>  Is drinking water the only way to meet my daily water needs?
>>>  No. Drinking water is a low-cost, calorie-free way of increasing the
>>> amount
>>>  of water available to your body. It is also kind to teeth. However,
>>> water
>>>  also comes from the food that we eat and other drinks we consume.
>>> Fruit and
>>>  vegetables are particularly good as a source of water so make sure
>>> that you
>>>  include them in your daily diet.
>>>
>>>
>>>  Suffering from heartburn?
>>>  Drinking 1-2 glasses of tap water is a simple and effective 
>>> treatment.
>>>
>>>
>>>  Can I really drink too much water?
>>>  Drinking too much water can lead to a condition known as water
>>> intoxication.
>>>  Water intoxication is most commonly seen in infants under the age of
>>> six
>>>  months and sometimes in athletes. The kidneys of a healthy adult can
>>> process
>>>  fifteen litres of water a day so you are unlikely to suffer from 
>>> water
>>>  intoxication, even if you drink a lot of water, as long as you drink
>>> it over
>>>  time as opposed to drinking an enormous volume at one time.
>>>  The key is to ensure that you remain well-hydrated but not over
>>> hydrated
>>>
>>>
>>>  Need more convincing?
>>>  Question: What's the difference between a plum and a prune
>>>
>>>  Answer: Water
>>>
>>>  Prune, a slang term for an elderly person, due to the resemblance of
>>>  wrinkled skin to a dried prune
>>>
>>>  Have a look at our dehydration and you section to see how too little
>>> water
>>>  can affect you.
>>>
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>>>  ----- Original Message ----- 
>>>  From: "Mike Freeman" <k7uij at panix.com>
>>>  To: "Diabetes Talk for the Blind" <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
>>>  Sent: Thursday, April 16, 2009 8:54 PM
>>>  Subject: Re: [Diabetes-talk] testing with the prodigy voice
>>>
>>>
>>>  >I supose the watchword should be: whatever works.
>>>  >
>>>  > However, unless you are severely dehydrated, I don't see how
>>> drinking
>>>  > more water would make much difference in blood volume, at least 
>>> over
>>> the
>>>  > long hall, as the excess is excreted as urine rather quickly. In
>>> fact,
>>>  > the latest medical info is that unless one is elderly and has
>>> trouble
>>>  > detecting thurst, the old saw of drinking eight glasses of water 
>>> in
>>>  > addition to mealtime liquid is an old wives' tale. But many books
>>> still
>>>  > reproduce the eight glasses of water a day mantra.
>>>  >
>>>  > I drink darn near a half-gallon of coffee a day so guess I don't
>>> have a
>>>  > problem. (grin)
>>>  >
>>>  > Mike
>>>  >
>>>  > ----- Original Message ----- 
>>>  > From: "Alan Wheeler" <awheeler at neb.rr.com>
>>>  > To: "Diabetes Talk for the Blind" <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
>>>  > Sent: Tuesday, April 14, 2009 4:33 AM
>>>  > Subject: Re: [Diabetes-talk] testing with the prodigy voice
>>>  >
>>>  >
>>>  > Also be sure to drink plenty of water.  I had a very very tough
>>> time, as
>>>  > members of this list know, with getting sufficient blood draws, 
>>> and
>>> this
>>>  > didn't change until I started drinking more water, in regular
>>> amounts.
>>>  >
>>>  >
>>>  > Alan Wheeler
>>>  > Lincoln, Nebraska
>>>  >
>>>  >
>>>  > 98% of all statistics is useless !
>>>  > ~~~
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>>>  >
>>>  > ----- Original Message ----- 
>>>  > From: "LeAnne Mayne" <leanne at uddle.com>
>>>  > To: <daniel7047 at yahoo.com>; "Diabetes Talk for the Blind"
>>>  > <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
>>>  > Sent: Monday, April 13, 2009 09:47
>>>  > Subject: Re: [Diabetes-talk] testing with the prodigy voice
>>>  >
>>>  >
>>>  >> At 10:58 AM 4/13/2009 -0400, Daniel wrote:
>>>  >>>I was wondering if anyone can give me any tips or tricks for
>>> getting
>>>  >>>blood
>>>  >> on the strip quickly.
>>>  >>
>>>  >> Make sure your hand is warm, hold it down at your side and pinch
>>> spot
>>>  >> you
>>>  >> will stick.
>>>  >> LeAnne Mayne
>>>  >>
>>>  >>  LeAnne Mayne     KB9ZEF      leanne at uddle.com
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