Our body is made up of 70% water. And, in the specific case of certain vital organs, such as the brain, more than 90% are made up of this liquid. Water is vital for human beings to form, develop and live, it is essential for both the body and the mind; Therefore, today we explain some consequences of these dehydrated.
What is dehydration?
As we have mentioned, water is of vital importance to maintain the functions of our body in optimal conditions. Dehydration consists of excessive loss of body fluids, which is produced when the body loses more water than it ingests or when water intake is considerably reduced.
The loss of liquid, in addition, can be accompanied by the loss of electrolytes, minerals that are also essential in terms of sodium and potassium for our body.
What are the causes of dehydration?
If we talk about the reasons why children tend to become dehydrated, it is generally due to vomiting, profuse diarrhea or insufficient water intake. In the case of adults, the most common reasons are the use of diuretics, excessive sweating, intense exercise or heat, an infection, or little or no water intake.
What are the symptoms of being dehydrated?
Dehydration usually begins with mild symptoms such as a feeling of thirst, dry mucous membranes, and slight loss of body weight, but they begin to worsen if the lost fluids and electrolytes are not replaced. In the most serious cases, it can cause death.
What happens to your body when you are dehydrated?
- The decrease of 2% of water in the body can cause a momentary loss of memory, difficulty with basic mathematical operations and problems focusing the eyes on a computer screen or on a printed page.
- Heartburn can be a sign of lack of water in the upper part of the gastrointestinal tract. Taking antacids or heartburn tablets does not correct dehydration and the body continues to suffer as a result of not getting enough water.
- Arthritis can be another of the symptoms and consequences of lack of water. In this case, dehydration would be significantly affecting the joints.
- Migraine can also be a symptom of the lack of water required in the brain and eyes. Migraine can be avoided by preventing dehydration of the body.
- Finally, back pain is also considered a symptom, however, on many occasions, it is treated in the wrong way, perhaps with acupuncture, massages or surgery, which, consequently, could even generate osteoporosis.
How to keep yourself hydrated?
Drink, drink drink!
The only way to stay hydrated is to keep in mind your water intake and have your drink of preference next to you at all times. We recommend you to check out our selection of water bottles and insulated cups if you want good quality materials that will last you years. You can check them out here.
