I struggle to drink enough water for some reason. I’m hoping someone can simply explain the scientific reason it’s important and what damages happen from chronic dehydration, to be able to “scare” myself maybe?
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60% of your body is water. You literally need it to live.
It’s so bad for you for a number of reasons also depending on outside factors, i.e. how much sun/heat exposure, caffeine intake, sodium intake, if you smoke, drink alcohol, soda, etc. The biggest concern with chronic dehydration is usually your kidneys because it can make you more prone to kidney stones which are NOT fun as well as UTI’s, especially if the dehydration is paired with high sugar drinks. They have been doing studies showing that chronic dehydration can lead to permanent kidney issues which would need to be medicated and monitored for life.
There are SO many benefits to drinking water, but the main benefits:
“To regulate body temperature, keep joints lubricated, prevent infections, deliver nutrients to cells, and keep organs functioning properly. Being well-hydrated also improves sleep quality, cognition, and mood.”
https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/news/hsph-in-the-news/the-importance-of-hydration/#:~:text=Drinking%20enough%20water%20each%20day,quality%2C%20cognition%2C%20and%20mood.
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