{"id":322,"date":"2022-07-01T16:02:00","date_gmt":"2022-07-01T16:02:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.benchmarkfamilydental.com\/blog\/?p=322"},"modified":"2022-08-02T16:05:10","modified_gmt":"2022-08-02T16:05:10","slug":"watch-out-for-these-signs-of-dehydration","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.benchmarkfamilydental.com\/blog\/watch-out-for-these-signs-of-dehydration\/","title":{"rendered":"Watch Out for These Signs of Dehydration"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Summer is in full swing, and this one\u2019s shaping up to be a scorcher! That said, while you\u2019re out enjoying the warmer weather and sunshine, you should make sure that you\u2019re drinking enough water. Water is the best beverage for your body, and dehydration can bring about some serious oral health consequences if you aren\u2019t careful. That said, some of the signs of dehydration aren\u2019t always obvious! Here\u2019s more from your dentist in Copperas Cove<\/a> about some of the hard-to-detect signs of dehydration and what you can do to ensure you\u2019re getting enough fluids.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Seven Sneaky Signs of Dehydration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You often begin to feel thirsty by the time you\u2019re already dehydrated! But thirst isn\u2019t the only sign that you might need a drink. Here are seven sneaky signs of dehydration that you should watch out for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  1. Bad breath\/dry mouth<\/strong> \u2013 Your mouth relies on saliva to keep harmful bacteria out; if left unchecked, bacteria can dry out your mouth and cause bad breath.<\/li>
  2. Headaches <\/strong>\u2013 Even mild dehydration can lead to headaches and sometimes migraines.<\/li>
  3. Muscle cramps<\/strong> \u2013 Walking around on a hot day can lead to a cramp or painful charley horse if you aren\u2019t hydrated.<\/li>
  4. Fatigue<\/strong> \u2013 You might have trouble getting quality rest and you might suffer from lack of energy.<\/li>
  5. Hunger<\/strong> \u2013 The same region of your brain that controls hunger also controls thirst; sometimes after eating, you might feel hungry again if you\u2019re dehydrated.<\/li>
  6. Cold\/flu-like symptoms<\/strong> \u2013 You could experience dizziness, lightheadedness, nausea, chills, fever, or other cold- & flu-like symptoms.<\/li>
  7. Dark-colored urine<\/strong> \u2013 If you\u2019re hydrated, your urine should be clear or pale yellow in color. If it\u2019s a darker shade of yellow, it\u2019s time for a glass of water.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Advice for Staying Properly Hydrated<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Your body is mostly made up of water\u2014so it makes a lot of sense that it\u2019s the best thing you can possibly drink. That said, drink it often! There is no set rule for how much water you should drink every day, but definitely drink when you\u2019re thirsty and be mindful of your fluid intake throughout the day. Staying properly hydrated is important for many reasons, but among them is your oral health; having enough saliva greatly reduces your risk of tooth decay, cavities, gum disease, and more. Consider the following tips:<\/p>\n\n\n\n