Survey of 2,000 Parents Shows Key Insights on Kids' Hydration Status BALTIMORE , Oct. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As children are in the throes of a new school year, staying hydrated throughout the day is essential for their ability to focus in class and their overall wellbeing. A new survey commissioned by True Lemon Kids and conducted by Talker Research highlights the importance of hydration for children ages 5-12 during the school year.
The survey of 2,000 parents reveals that while many children carry water bottles, parents still face challenges in keeping their kids hydrated during the busy school day. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics , children ages 5 through 8 should drink at least 5 glasses of water per day, and then from ages 8 and up, get eight 8-ounce glasses daily. The survey found that children drink an average of 4.
8 glasses of water per day, which means that children older than 8 are falling short of their hydration needs. This gap highlights the need for effective hydration strategies, as 31% of parents are stressed about keeping their children hydrated. While 59% use regular reminders to help, 39% say flavor enhancers make it easier, and 49% noted that social media trends like #watertok can help influence their children's drinking habits.
True Lemon Kids products also address these concerns by offering enjoyable, flavorful ways to help kids drink more water. "True Lemon is dedicated to making hydration easy and fun for families year-round," said He.