NKF Young Person’s Group Zone:
Fluid Tips
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When you first start your fluid allowance it seems that all anyone does is drink. Everywhere you go the first thing you are offered is a cup of tea! It is hard for other people to understand that you are only allowed a certain amount of fluid a day and so you have to have tremendous willpower and learn to say NO.
- When out and about ask for half a cup or a small glass and remember you don't have to drink it all.
- Go for diet soft drinks as sugar can make you thirsty and always add ice as cold drinks last longer.
- When at home buy yourself some smaller glasses and mugs. These days they all come in a variety of sizes and smaller glasses mean you can have a whole cup instead of half without going over your allowance.
- Measure the cups and glasses in your home so you know how much they each hold.
- Keep cold drinks and even a bottle of tap water in the fridge as cold drinks can be more thirst quenching.
- For hot days when you are especially thirsty crushed ice with a slice of lemon can be very refreshing.
The National Kidney Federation cannot accept responsibility for information provided. The above is for guidance only. Patients are advised to seek further information from their own doctor.
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