PADDLERsmart! Canada Knowledge Base
Module 06 - Emergency Preparedness
WATER INTOXICATION
Although it may seem ironic, drinking too much water can also be dangerous for paddlers! Water intoxication is a result of too much water intake paired with excessive sweating. Water intoxication disturbs your body’s electrolyte balance by reducing the sodium content.
Symptoms: Nausea, vomiting, headache, disorientation and changes in your mental state.
Treatment:
- Stop drinking water.
- Seek medical treatment immediately.
