Water accounts for a very important proportion in the human body, helping to regulate body heat, metabolism, cool down and purify the body.
When the amount of water provided is not enough compared to the needs, especially in the hot summer, it will cause the body to experience some symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea... Therefore, pay attention to some signs of water shortage to quickly re hydrate to affect health.
thirst
This is the most common sign of dehydration that causes people to always be thirsty. Supplementing and practicing the habit of drinking enough water throughout the day will help the body stay refreshed, help digestion better as well as easily eliminate toxins.
Dark urine
Color and frequency of urination will be one of the important signs of the condition where the body needs rehydration. When there is enough water, urine is often light yellow or clear and large. Conversely, when there is a lack of water in the body, urine will become thick, dark yellow, which can easily cause fatigue in hot weather.
Dry mouth and lips
When the body does not have enough water, saliva production will gradually decrease, leading to a dry mouth, tongue and lips. This is one of the symptoms that are easy to recognize when the body is dehydrated and needs to be supplemented quickly.
Dry skin
Water will help maintain moisture and elasticity for the skin, so when lacking water, the skin will become dry, flaky... Supplementing enough water for the body will help the skin stay smooth and shiny.
Headache
The brain is very sensitive to hydration, so dehydration can cause a slight shrinkage of brain tissue, putting pressure on the layers around the brain and leading to headache symptoms. This is a common symptom when the body is dehydrated frequently.
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Water and electrolytes (such as sodium, potassium) are essential for muscle function. Dehydration and electrolyte imbalance, especially when exercised vigorously in hot weather, can lead to frequent cramps and cause pain in the body.
