Student Hydration

STORY BY HANNAH BROWN »

In a single day, a person is sup-
posed to drink an average of 64 oz. of

water, according to the website www.
healthline.com.
Garrett Shoemaker, Frosh., said
that he drinks around three bottles
of water a day. When asked about
how much he thought he should be
drinking, he guessed
around two gallons,
which would equal to
256 oz. of water.
“Water affects your
ability to perform in
all aspects of life,”
Shoemaker said. He
believes water is
essential in a student’s
life. “If you’re deficient, it is a huge
problem.”
Water is proven to boost focus and
physical abilities during sports and
while singing, according to Medical

News Today.
Sophomore Joey Gales believes her
water intake has a positive effect on
her singing.
“The more I drink, the easier it is to
sing,” Gales said. “Not only that, but
it helps me focus. If I’m dehydrated,
my head hurts and I can’t focus at
all.”
Gales would guess that she drinks
about 16 oz. in a day, but she knows
she should be drinking 64 oz.
Overall, high school students seem
to understand the importance of
drinking water, but some fail to drink
exactly the amount
they believe they
should – even though
water is important for
the human body to
work. The National
Hydration Council
points out that water
flushes waste, therefore

preventing kidney damage.
Most students at EHS accept
that water is a vital part to staying
healthy.
Sophomore Cole Benoit knows that
he needs to stay hydrated.
“Without enough water, you would
slowly die and weaken,” Benoit said.