Our parents and grandparents have always told us from a very young age that we need to drink more water and especially so at the hot times of the year like during the school summer holidays. Any medical practitioner will repeat this advice to you and the thing is that many kids and adults do not drink enough water every day to keep themselves properly hydrated and in good health. We live very busy lives and so we are so busy running around trying to do our jobs or to taking care of our families and we just don’t take the time to stop for a moment and to drink some cool, clear water.

Many people are put off somewhat from purchasing water because we feel that this is something that should always be free and so rather than rehydrate ourselves, we would rather keep the money in our pockets. The good news is that you can get a Kinetico reverse osmosis system for your home or office and this provides you with all of the clear water that you need every single day and it all comes out of your tap.

The following are the proven benefits of drinking enough water for good health.

You perform better – If you are properly hydrated and you were drinking the right amount of water every single day then you will find that your physical performance will increase as a direct result. If you are working in a particularly hot country or you like to take part in exercise every single day then it is incredibly important that you do not become dehydrated and so drink lots of clean water every day.

It increases energy levels – If you are feeling tired and incredibly lethargic throughout the day and every day then it’s likely that you’re not drinking enough water and your body is becoming dehydrated. Even mild dehydration can affect your performance each day and if you’re not getting enough fluids then this can affect both your mood and your concentration levels.

If you are feeling a headache coming on right at this very moment then there is a high likelihood that you are not hydrating yourself because this is one of the first signs that you need to drink enough water. Drinking lots of water every single day also helps to keep you regular when it comes to going to the toilet and this is reason enough to up the amount of water that you drink every single day.

If you have ever worked with wood as part of your home improvement efforts, you’ll know just how annoying, painful, and common wooden splinters can be. Splinters are not just annoying and painful – if left to sit in the skin they can lead to infections. This is especially true if a splinter is in one of the bodily extremities, like the fingers.

Removing a large wooden splinter can be a painful and uncomfortable process. It’s essential to remove the splinter properly to avoid infection or further injury. Follow these four steps to remove a large wooden splinter correctly:

Step 1: Clean the Area

Before removing the splinter, you must clean the affected area. Washing the area with soap and warm water is essential to prevent the risk of infection. If the area is particularly dirty or contaminated, use an antiseptic solution to clean the area. Antiseptic liquids are essential first aid kit refills. They should be used to clean all wounds before treatment.

Step 2: Sterilize A Pair of Tweezers

Sterilize a pair of tweezers to remove the splinter. Sterilization is necessary to prevent bacteria from entering the wound when you remove the splinter. Use rubbing alcohol to disinfect the tweezers. Soak them in the rubbing alcohol for a few minutes to ensure that they are completely sterilized. Although tweezers are typically made of steel – which is naturally resistant to microbial life – they still need to be sterilized.

Step 3: Remove the Splinter

Once the area is clean and the tweezers are sterilized, you can remove the splinter. Use the tweezers to grasp the end of the splinter firmly. Pull the splinter out in the same direction it entered the skin. Avoid twisting the tweezers, as this can break the splinter and make it more challenging to remove.

If the splinter is embedded deep in the skin and it’s difficult to grasp, it’s better to leave it to medical professionals. A medical professional may need to use specialized tools to remove the splinter.

If the splinter breaks while you’re removing it, don’t panic. You can still remove the remaining part of the splinter using the tip of the tweezers. Gently lift the remaining part of the splinter out of the wound.

Step 4: Clean and Protect The Wound

After removing the splinter, clean the wound again with soap and water. This step helps to eliminate any bacteria that may have entered the wound during the removal process. Dry the area using a clean towel.

Once the area is dry, apply a sterile adhesive bandage or dressing to protect the wound from further contamination. A sterile adhesive bandage promotes healing and helps to keep the wound clean. You can also apply an antibiotic ointment on the wound to prevent infection.

Finally, keep the wound dry and avoid exposing it to dirt or contaminated environments. Change the dressing every day or when it gets dirty or wet. Although many people choose not to cover the small wounds left after removing splinters, it can make an infection much less likely.