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Summer in India is getting harder to escape, and many places are experiencing either very hot or otherwise different-than-normal heat, with an increased number of people developing serious heat-related illnesses like dehydration or heat exhaustion. This is due to increasing amounts of high-temperature events (temperature exceeds 104°F / 40°C). There are many reasons for the…
Most of us think dehydration causes nothing more than dry skin and a headache. However, do you know that even mild dehydration can cause your brain shrink to the size of a raisin? Yes, that’s right. This occurs because the body loses fluid which causes brain tissue to shrink while ventricles inside the brain expand,…
We all know that water is extremely important for our body, and especially our kidneys, since it helps the organ remove extra waste and fluid from the body. However, when it comes to how much water should one drink in the day, the consensus is not always clear – while the general rule of thumb…
Managing blood sugar is a crucial part of living with diabetes, but maintaining proper hydration is just as essential for overall health. Dehydration doesn’t only cause thirst, dry mouth, or fatigue; it can also make blood sugar harder to control, increasing the risk of spikes and other complications. When the body loses too much fluid,…
Dehydration occurs when the body loses more fluids than it takes in, often due to diarrhoea, vomiting, heat exposure, or excessive sweating. When left untreated, dehydration can become dangerous because water is essential for nearly every bodily function, from temperature regulation to nutrient transport.Oral rehydration therapy (ORT) is a simple yet highly effective treatment designed…
Dehydration occurs when the body loses more fluids than it consumes, causing a deficit in water and essential electrolytes. Common triggers include intense exercise, hot climates, illness, vomiting, or diarrhoea. While drinking water helps maintain hydration, it may not be sufficient to restore electrolyte balance in these situations. Oral Rehydration Solutions (ORS) and coconut water…
Not drinking enough water doesn’t just leave you feeling thirsty — it can secretly place your body under stress. A new study from Liverpool John Moores University found that individuals who drank less than 1.5 liters of fluid per day had cortisol levels more than 50% higher during stressful situations compared to those meeting daily…
