1% dehydration and...

1- TheFatigue is taking hold of you!

Your body's cells need water to function properly, and to get it, you must drink to hydrate them. Otherwise, your body won't have what it needs to perform its millions of tasks.

In addition, your day will seem longer and since your body is "working harder" to rehydrate, the lethargic effect (however minimal) will be felt the next day.

2- You are confusing thirst with hunger

If you don't drink enough, you'll feel more tired, and this tiredness will be mistaken for hunger. Your first instinct will probably be to snack. Oops!

3- You feel the heat more

Does your face and skin turn red when you're hot? This is vasodilation caused by heat, as your body tries to get rid of it. When hydrated, your body remains in a state of homeostasis for longer and can withstand greater temperature fluctuations.

4- Your kidneys are working harder (as well as your liver, your skin...)

Water is the ultimate toxin remover. Without adequate water intake, your kidneys have to compensate. To avoid complications: if your urine is dark yellow, drink water!

I know some of you will laugh, but I often say it (and it makes people smile): your urine "speaks" to you. Try it. Stay properly hydrated, and its color will lighten.

5- You have a headache

The brain is quickly affected by dehydration. Whether from alcohol, heat, forgetfulness, or neglect, you risk developing a headache that could easily have been avoided. A recent study showed that 40% of 340 dehydrated participants developed a headache.

If you feel confused, or if you see that someone around you is hot and confused, the dehydration may be more advanced. Encourage that person to drink quickly.

-How to do it?

The trick is to drink before you feel thirsty. You need to drink more frequently during Quebec's sudden heat waves or during intense (or prolonged) training, since your fluid needs will double under these conditions.

Interestingly, 80% of the fluids needed for your fluid balance can be drunk, and up to 20% of your food can help compensate for water loss.

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Take care of yourself!🙏😊