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75% of the human brain is water.

(source: Water Aid)

Just mild dehydration can cause nasty symptoms such as light-headedness, irritability, lethargy, reduced concentration, headaches and even digestive problems. But by keeping fluid levels up, we can stay alert and focused.

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40% of 11-18 year-olds do not drink the Food Standards Agency’s recommended 1.2 litres of fluid a day.

(source: Expert Group on Hydration)

According to the experts, children are at greater risk of feeling the effects of dehydration. Encouraging them to drink more throughout the day is essential to improve concentration and performance at school.

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60% of parents would like to improve their children’s consumption of fruit and vegetables.

(source: It’s good to talk: children’s views on food and nutrition, Eur J Clin Nutr, 2005)

The School Drinks Company’s juicy waters and pure fruit juices are classed as one of your ‘five-a-day.’ OFSTED recommends that a school’s food policy should improve health and well-being and bring together all aspects of food in school, including fluid consumption.

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73% of schools with vending provision think it helps keep pupils hydrated.

(source: Vending in English secondary schools, School Food Trust)

The School Drinks Company supplies Top-Up Stations^TM packed full of healthy drinks that meet government guidelines. They offer quick and easy access to chilled drinks, helping pupils improve concentration and brain performance.

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100% of The School Drinks Company’s products provide a healthy way to stay hydrated.

(source: The School Drinks Company)

The School Drinks Company offers an unmatchable range of branded milk, juice and water-based drinks that are really tasty and popular with children and adults alike. They are sold at prices pupils can afford and complement the school canteen offering perfectly.