Tag: Beach safety

According to Johns Hopkins Medicine, the body loses water daily through normal functions like sweating and breathing, and this loss is greatly accelerated by heat and sun exposure. When you visit the beach, a unique combination of environmental factors conspires to increase your risk of dehydration, often without you even realizing it.

Walking on sand can be a great workout, requiring nearly three times more energy than walking on a solid surface. However, the health impacts of sand go beyond exercise, encompassing mental well-being and exposure to pathogens.

Over 70% of the Earth is covered in saltwater, yet consuming it is harmful to the human body. So, what happens if you swallow salt water at the beach? While a small, accidental sip is usually harmless, ingesting larger quantities can lead to dehydration, kidney strain, and other serious health problems.