Question about dehydration?

are there any things i can do aside from drinking lots of fluids to prevent dehydration? thank you

i have to be out in the heat about an hr or so per day and i do get sizzy from it from time to time and just feel weak and shaky when i get inside i start feeling better so i know the heat really affects me maybe more so then others i dont know-but alot of days it will be over 100.

Ways to avoid dehydration :


Here's How:
Drink at least 8 glasses of water per day.
Drink fluids slowly by constantly sipping throughout the day.
Don't drink caffeinated drinks or alcoholic beverages, which can actually have a dehydrating effect.
When flying in an airplane, drink plenty of water and avoid alcohol.
Drink water before, during, and after exercise--slowly!
Call your doctor if you have a temperature over 102 degrees Fahrenheit, or severe cramps.
Carry a water bottle whenever possible, especially when participating in outdoor activities in warm weather.
Remember that fluids can be lost through sweat as well as from diarrhea.



Tips:
Sports drinks can help replenish electrolytes lost from diarrhea.
Fruit juices can make diarrhea worse, so dilute them with water.
Urine should be pale yellow or clear in color. If your urine is dark yellow or odorous, take in more fluids.
Don't hesitate to call a doctor if you are concerned about severe dehydration

"lots" of fluids doesn't mean to make your blood pressure go up by overdoing it. What you need is ample fluids and those can be gotten in a normal meal (fruits and vegetables, canned fruits and soups) with a little salt. But if you're out in the heat and giving off excess water then take a bottle or two of water with you and watch for signs of dehydration. If in the heat you're not perspiring, if you feel any confusion or feel faint or feel a little shaky then get indoors immediately.

Stay out of the heat and direct sunlight as these deplete liquids from your body in the form of sweat. Replacing electrolytes with a sports drink like Gatorade is another good way to avoid it. And avoiding is key. After you're dehydrated, your body is open to a host of other problems such as irregular heartbeats and temperatures, etc.
The key is simply water. No more, no less. If you drink more fluids than you're losing, you won't become dehydrated. Simple as that. During summer months, dehydration can sneak up on you. Rule of thumb is drink water before, during and after any kind of activity in the heat. Just a friendly reminder!

The best way for treating dehydration is drinking lots of water and to get enough electrolytes.