22 Feb 2021

It is widely known that most of our body is made up of water. The amount of water content in the body may vary depending on a person's age, gender and hydration level.

 

You may experience these symptoms of dehydration which include:

• Frequent thirst
• Dry mouth
• Infrequent urination
• Dry skin
• Tiredness 
• Dizziness
• Headache

 

You may also experience dehydration due to sweating, vomiting, diarrhoea, or taking diuretics medication that promotes fluid loss in the body.

 

 

 

5 EASY AND DOABLE HABITS TO KEEP YOU HYDRATED

 

 

1. CONSUME COFFEE AND TEA IN MODERATE AMOUNTS

Caffeine in coffee and tea can cause dehydration in only doses of around 250-300 mg, which is equivalent to two to three cups of 240 ml coffee, or five to eight cups of tea (240ml). This is because of the presence of caffeine stimulant which acts as a diuretic.

 

Therefore, only drink coffee and tea in moderate amounts in accordance to your body needs. But fret not! Do not hesitate to drink your coffee and tea of choice as the caffeine content can give you a boost of energy to kick start your day.