Early Signs of Dehydration

Symptoms of fatigue, anxiety, headaches, depression, muscle cramps and even certain food cravings, can all be attributed to a variety of conditions. When they occur, rarely does someone think of dehydration, yet all of these symptoms can often be attributed to just that.

These early signs of dehydration can lead to further physical and mental complications if not addressed. Several studies have found that dehydration alone can affect short term memory, reaction time, attentiveness and overall concentration.

Making sure your body is well hydrated is always a good first check. To read more about proper hydration read the previous article “The Importance of Hydration.”