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Do You Know Why Dehydration Is Bad For You?

Dehydration is bad for health. You should never be a witness to dehydration as it can cause a lot of health problems which might affect your life. Dehydration is one of the many reasons for getting a sun stroke.

When dehydrated, your body is unable to circulate the blood properly, therefore, it cuts short of blood flow to the brain causing a stroke. Likewise, in some cases, it can even cause a heart attack and thus puts your life in danger. When dehydrated, your skin begins to sag, your face looks wrinkled and pale and makes you look sick and tired. To generate energy in the body, water is necessary along with food.

SIGNS OF DEHYDRATION YOU SHOULD KNOW

Therefore, to put all health problems at bay, take a look at why dehydration is bad for you. It is safe to drink 8 glasses of water everyday to prevent any of these problems stated below.

Leads To Bad Breath

Leads To Bad Breath

When dehydrated, the decreased saliva in the mouth allows bacteria to thrive, resulting in bad breath. So, the next time someone doesn't come closer to speak to you, I think you know why.

You Begin To Crave Sugar

You Begin To Crave Sugar

You will soon begin to crave for sweets and anything coated with sugar. This is not only one of the signs of dehydration but is also not good for the body as it aids in weight gain.

It Absorbs Your Life At Workouts

It Absorbs Your Life At Workouts

When you feel tired and worn out, know that your water levels have dropped to the lowest. This is why you are dehydrated. You should never feel tired, as it could hinder your life.

It Spoils Your Mood

It Spoils Your Mood

Water intake plays an important role in boosting your mood. Water raises your spirits and thus, helps you to feel better. Therefore, when you're dehydrated, you gradually fall and feel low.

 It Makes You Shiver

It Makes You Shiver

When the blood circulation in the body decreases due to the lack of water, automatically you will begin to feel the chills. Water is needed to keep your body warm during all seasons.

The Reason Behind Muscle Cramps

The Reason Behind Muscle Cramps

When your body lacks water, you will gradually begin to feel crampy. For athletics, it is essential to drink lots of water in order to keep fit, keep dehydration at bay and to be healthy.

 Makes You Unstable

Makes You Unstable

When your body doesn't have sufficient water, you will soon begin to feel light-headed and dizzy. This is not good for health as it puts your life at risk. Therefore, dehydration is bad for you.

Story first published: Friday, July 10, 2015, 17:58 [IST]
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