According to recent studies, as many as 75% of people in the US suffer from chronic dehydration. Men should drink 15.5 cups of water each day, or 125 ounces, while women should drink 11.5 cups, according to the National Academy of Science, Engineering, and Medicine. On the other hand, around 75% of adults merely consume 2.5 cups each day.
Adequate hydration is essential for optimal health. More efficient heart pumping, better temperature regulation, easier waste disposal, and healthier skin are all benefits of maintaining an adequate water intake. Symptoms of dehydration include an increase in thirst, dark yellow urine, and a dry mouth. But there are more, less obvious symptoms of dehydration that you may be unaware of. Dr. Yoshua Quinones, a board-certified internal medicine physician, shows you some lesser-known signs to look out for. Read the article.