Keeping hydrated while driving

Why we need to Stay Hydrated While driving

 We all  need to stay hydrated, especially during the summer months when outside temperatures can climb

above 70.  Yes, I know it's not exactly been a decent summer so far has it!  But in Essex it can easily reach 80

degrees fairly regularly.  Our bodies thrive on water, lack of it can pose health problems. Our cells, tissues and 
organs must have water to function properly, so it’s no wonder that water makes up more than half of our body
 weight. Keep in mind that the body regulates itself, and sweating and passing water reduces our water levels, we
 even lose it just by breathing. Therefore, we need to stay hydrated, taking in water to make sure our systems

are operating at optimal levels especially whilst driving a bus as peoples lives are in our hands.  A very valuable 
cargo

A study has been carried out at 'Loughborough University' where every 30 minutes a driver was monitored for his 

driving reactions as he was denied any liquids. The results were very revealing as his concentration and reaction 

time dramatically declined during the test.

So, here’s a question: 'How do you know when you’re dehydrated?' Well, it's very difficult to recognise, 
symptoms of dehydration include extreme thirst (obviously).  Here are some tips:

• Don't leave it too late, keep sipping water throughout the day
• Carry a water bottle with you during a shift so you have easy access to water
• Stop at turning points and in the bus stations refill if it is available
• fruits can be ideal for snacking and help with re-hydrating (melon)
•  In general, the goal is to drink up to 8 glasses (2 litres) of water per day in order to stay well hydrated.

Thank goodness for air conditioning and shady spots!