Eespecially in the summer, and especially when we exercise, the risk of dehydration is greater than we think. And often our body shows in less obvious ways that it needs more fluid. What are the symptoms of ringing the bell?
1. You are tired: If the fatigue starts from the moment you wake up and you feel like you slept well, the cause could be dehydration. Add a glass of water to your morning routine – in addition to coffee – and you may notice a difference.
2. You have trouble concentrating: When your mind feels foggy, you tend to take (another) sip of coffee to wake you up. But try to combine coffee with drinking water, because difficulty concentrating can be another symptom of dehydration.
3. You are constipated: A diet rich in leafy vegetables and fiber, as well as adequate fluid intake, will contribute to proper bowel movement. Together, they will be able to visit the toilet more easily.
4. You have a headache: Yes, it is not necessarily due to fatigue or hormonal changes, reasons that we usually attribute to this annoying symptom. Try increasing your daily intake of water – and other fluids – and you may be able to reduce painkillers.
5. You have bad breath: It is not only related to the consumption of certain foods and poor oral hygiene but also to the dryness of the oral cavity, another problem attributed to dehydration (which, in turn, is not good for saliva production).