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Even though you may not realize it, you actually may be chronically dehydrated. It is estimated that around 75% of Americans are chronically dehydrated.
Chronic dehydration can lead to a range of symptoms and health issues. Common signs include:
1. Persistent Thirst: Constantly feeling thirsty despite drinking fluids.
2. Dry Skin: Skin that feels dry, less elastic, or is flaky.
3. Fatigue: Persistent tiredness or low energy levels.
4. Dizziness or Lightheadedness: Especially when standing up quickly.
5. Dry Mouth and Throat: Feeling like your mouth and throat are parched.
6. Headaches: Frequent or chronic headaches.
8. Constipation: Infrequent bowel movements or difficulty passing stools.
If these symptoms are persistent, you may be dealing with chronic dehydration…
Why Are So Many People Dehydrated + How To Combat Dehydration
One may chalk it up to not drinking enough water, but the truth of the matter is that drinking too much water can actually dehydrate you.
The real problem is mineralization. Drinking water is good, but drinking plain water is borderline pointless.
An energy/sports drink won’t do you much either as they’re mostly just full of artificial sugars and dyes, rather than the essential minerals our bodies require for hydration.
We MUST mineralize our water before drinking it. This includes adding either sea salt or a clean electrolyte mix to our water.
On top of this, supplementing with minerals that most people are deficient in such as magnesium, zinc, or potassium is another thing you can do.
Proper mineralization = proper hydration!
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To conclude, chronic dehydration is something that plagues most of the general population, but the good news is that there are simple and effective ways to combat this.
Understanding that plan old regular water isn’t enough and minerals are the key to hydration, you’ll be on your way to optimal hydration!