Daily Water Intake and Dehydration

In this 6 Minute English episode from BBC Learning English, Phil and Beth discuss the importance of water consumption and the common recommendation of drinking two litres a day. They explore the scientific basis of this advice with Professor John Speakman, who notes the lack of evidence supporting the exact figure. Dr. Nidia Rodriguez-Sanchez explains the symptoms of dehydration, emphasizing the need for adequate hydration. The episode concludes with a vocabulary recap and encourages listeners to visit the BBC Learning English website for further learning resources.

What is the commonly heard recommendation for daily water intake?

• One litre

• Four litres

• Two litres

• Three litres

What percentage of our blood is made up of water?

• 70%

• 80%

• 90%

• 100%

What does Professor Speakman say about the two-litre water recommendation?

• It is a global standard

• It is scientifically proven

• It is only a suggestion

• It lacks scientific evidence

What does the phrase 'taken grip' mean in the context of the water recommendation?

• To forget

• To ignore

• To take control

• To lose control

What is a 'ballpark figure'?

• An exact number

• A rough estimate

• A random guess

• A scientific fact

What factors determine how much water you need to drink?

• Your mood

• Your diet

• Your size

• Your age

What are common symptoms of dehydration according to Dr. Sanchez?

• Having a headache

• Having clear skin

• Feeling energetic

• Feeling full

What might people mistakenly do when they are actually dehydrated?

• Exercise

• Drink more water

• Eat food

• Sleep

What does the term 'symptom' refer to?

• A sign of health

• A sign of illness

• A cure for illness

• A type of medicine

What is the purpose of the vocabulary recap at the end of the program?

• To introduce new topics

• To confuse the audience

• To summarize key terms

• To provide entertainment