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In the summer season, as the temperature increases, the body also sweats more. If this water loss is not compensated, then the problem of dehydration can occur, which can become a serious threat to health.
Often people associate dehydration with only feeling thirsty, but it has many other symptoms as well, which can be identified and avoided in time. Let us know how the symptoms of dehydration appear.
Dehydration Warning Signs, Dryness of the mouth and skin
The most common signs of dehydration are dry mouth and dry skin. When there is a lack of water in the body, the production of saliva decreases, which leads to dry mouth. Also, the elasticity of the skin decreases and it becomes dry.
Headaches and dizziness
Lack of water in the body can cause low blood pressure, which can lead to headaches or dizziness. If you are having a headache without any reason, it can be a sign of dehydration.
Decreased urine output and dark colour
Usually a healthy person urinates 6-7 times a day, but when dehydrated, the amount of urine decreases and its color may become dark yellow or brown. This is a clear sign of lack of water in the body.
Feeling tired and weak
Due to lack of water, the energy level of the body falls, due to which we start feeling tired and weak without doing any hard work . We start feeling lazy even while doing small tasks.
muscle cramps
Due to dehydration, the balance of electrolytes (sodium, potassium) in the body gets disturbed, which can cause muscle cramps or pain . This problem is more especially caused by excessive sweating in summer.
Trouble focusing
About 75% of the brain is made up of water. When there is a lack of water in the body, focus decreases, irritability increases and the ability to think and understand can also be affected.
feeling very hungry
Sometimes thirst is mistaken for hunger. If you are feeling hungry frequently, it may be that the body needs water.
rapid heart rate
Due to lack of water, blood volume decreases, due to which the heart has to work harder and the heart beat increases.
How to avoid dehydration?
- Drink plenty of water – drink at least 8-10 glasses of water a day.
- Take electrolyte drinks – Replenish the deficiency of electrolytes by drinking coconut water, ORS or lemon water.
- Eat fruits and vegetables – Fruits like watermelon, cucumber, orange have high water content.
- Avoid caffeine and alcohol – they can increase dehydration.
- Avoid overexposure to the sun – stay in the shade during summer and wear light clothes.
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