Experts warn: Dehydration can cause fatigue, dizziness, and confusion

We have all experienced thirst, and it is unpleasant. It is also the first sign of dehydration, which can progress quickly, according to BBC.

Mild to moderate dehydration develops only after a few hours, depending on age, health, and environmental factors, CE Report quotes ATA.

People may experience fatigue, dizziness, and confusion. After 24 hours, severe dehydration can lead to serious symptoms, including shock and seizures.

Hidden dehydration (or low-level chronic dehydration) can occur when you are slightly dehydrated over a long period, and it can have both physical and mental effects.

Effects of hidden dehydration

As the name suggests, hidden dehydration is somewhat concealed, and you may suffer its effects without being aware of the cause.

Fatigue is listed among the main symptoms of hidden dehydration, which also include:

• Dark urine

• Dry mouth

• Dizziness

• Headache

• Lack of concentration

The human body consists of about 60% water on average. The brain and heart are 73% water, and muscles contain 75% water.

Dehydration causes a decrease in blood volume, resulting in lower blood pressure — which means reduced blood flow to the brain, causing fatigue.

People experience a natural drop in energy after lunch; however, if you are not well hydrated throughout the day, your body will have a deficit, making this drop more extreme.

It is recommended that an adult drinks six to eight glasses of water (1.2–2 liters) at regular intervals throughout the day.

Since it is advised to drink up to 2 liters of water daily, the quality of the water remains very important.

Improving your water drinking habits by maintaining steady consumption throughout the day will yield positive results, especially if you suffer from lack of concentration and afternoon fatigue.