The EFSA panel also determined intakes for different populations. Recommended intake volumes in the elderly are the same as for adults as despite lower energy consumption, the water requirement of this group is increased due to a reduction in renal concentrating capacity. Pregnant and breastfeeding women require additional fluids to stay hydrated. The EFSA panel proposes that pregnant women should consume the same volume of water as non-pregnant women, plus an increase in proportion to the higher energy requirement, equal to 300 mL/day. To compensate for additional fluid output, breastfeeding women require an additional 700 mL/day above the recommended intake values for non-lactating women. COUNT 5
QSN1 Who was similar recommended intake volumes as adults? ANS1 the elderly QSN2 Other then breastfeeding women, who what other category of woman should have increased water intake? ANS2 Pregnant QSN3 How much more water should pregnant women consumed compared to an average non - pregnant woman? ANS3 300 mL/day QSN4 Why should lactating women increase their water consumption? ANS4 To compensate for additional fluid output QSN5 How much more water do lactating women need to consume in relation to the average woman? ANS5 700 mL/day