Avoiding dehydration is important for health and optimal daily functioning. So drink to prevent thirst and look out for these symptoms of dehydration. If you notice any of these, it’s time to assess your fluid intake and step up your fluid game:
Honey pee.
Our bodies are made up of 60% water. This body water is essential for many functions, including digestion, organ function, and circulation. It makes sense that without enough fluid intake, we regulate the amount that gets released into the toilet. Clear pee is a sign that our body is adequately hydrated. The amber or honey tint is a sign you aren’t getting enough. Clear or light yellow is a good sign.
You’re thirsty.
Feeling parched isn’t our gauge for when to drink more, it’s our body’s alert signal that we’ve gone a little too long without fluids. Your brain tells your body it’s low on fluids with thirst, so if you’re finding yourself regularly experiencing thirst, it’s time to be more diligent about keeping that water bottle handy at home, in the car, and at your desk at work.
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