Do whatever you can to get your dependent loved one to drink the proper amount of water every day. Keep it on the forefront of your mind as you visit with them. Every little bit helps. Be sure water is within reach. Be sure it is fresh and the temperature they prefer.
Water is the most important nutrient in the body.
You can easily lose almost half of that amount in a day through sweat and urine, so frequent sips of water are crucial to maintaining good health and vitality. Water is a Life Giver. Every part of the body needs water in order to work. Water is the primary component of blood and secretions like tears, saliva, mucus, and gastric fluid. Cells need water so they can dissolve and transport vital nutrients.