6 Weird Ways Your Body Tells You That You Need To Drink More Water, According to Registered Dietitians

 

Water gets a lot of attention, and for good reason. The average adult body is made up of 60% water, and H2O is crucial for nearly every bodily function. This includes regulating temperature, delivering nutrients to cells, lubricating joints, and eliminating waste (i.e., preventing constipation).

While you probably don't need to down six Stanley tumblers per day, staying hydrated is still incredibly important. And when you're not drinking enough water, your body will let you know. The issue? The signs you're not drinking enough water aren't always super obvious.

 

We spoke with registered dietitians to find out not just how much water we should aim to drink per day, but the "weird" signs that you're not getting enough. Here's what they had to say.

 

https://health.yahoo.com/wellness/nutrition/healthy-eating/articles/6-weird-ways-body-tells-184300237.html

 

As much you need enough water, you also need electrolytes and water soluble vitamins. 

 

 

2 minutes ago, Hummin said:

As much you need enough water, you also need electrolytes and water soluble vitamins. 

 

 

 

Agreed on the need for electrolytes especially if engaging in intensive exercise with much sweating.By chance I have just been looking at an electrolyte product - Stronk -K.

I noticed that it's 71% sucrose and 24% dextrose.Is that normal?

5 minutes ago, jayboy said:

 

Agreed on the need for electrolytes especially if engaging in intensive exercise with much sweating.By chance I have just been looking at an electrolyte product - Stronk -K.

I noticed that it's 71% sucrose and 24% dextrose.Is that normal?

I use mostly coconut water in Thailand or fruit  and vegetables in general

 

Just a quick search gives this as good natural sources. Just remember not much of each and one thing, and some also contains high calories. 

 

Powder I useally just grab a few bags in 7/11 if my tummy is a bit lose while traveling 

 

Natural Sources of Electrolytes

Fruits: Bananas, avocados, dried apricots, watermelon, and prunes are rich in electrolytes. 

Vegetables: Spinach, kale, sweet potatoes, and tomatoes are excellent sources. 

Dairy and Alternatives: Milk, yogurt, and fortified dairy alternatives can provide calcium and other electrolytes. 

Nuts and Seeds: Almonds, pumpkin seeds, and sesame seeds offer magnesium and calcium. 

Beverages: Coconut water and milk are good natural sources of electrolytes. 

Other Sources:

Sea salt: and pickles provide sodium and chloride. 

Beans: and lentils are a source of magnesium. 

Fish: like salmon and tuna contain potassium, calcium, and phosphate. 

To the title ... 

... don't know about 6 ways, but only one for me is, when 'i'm thirsty', for whatever reason, then I drink water.  

 

Don't need a whole lot of thought there, and it certainly isn't rocket science to understand.

I run regularly, not huge distances, just 5k - but in the heat so I need to drink enough after a run to avoid dehydration.

 

It's a subjective feeling, but I don't like drinking the common bottled waters as I think the absence of any minerals (due to the filtration treatment) make me feel unwell compared to drinking mineral water or sports drinks.

 

I guess it's the need to replace electrolyte?  But does this mean drinking pure water is not good for people living in hot countries even if you don't exercise in the heat?

Thais drinks lot of rain water which is said to have less minerals

5 minutes ago, 3NUMBAS said:

Thais drinks lot of rain water which is said to have less minerals

Not if has been collected after running off a rusty tin roof, or the mucky tiles as on my house.

Being a tea lover, I drink about 3-4 liters a day. I'll also drink water in between. (Yes, I do spend a lot of time giving it back.) Large amounts of water are necessary when following the Keto lifestyle to flush out the ketone bodies, so I tend to go a bit overboard.
The result of all this liquid intake is a very pale yellow urine. Just what the doctor ordered.

I do supplement my mineral intake as I don't eat 'enough' green veggies. I eat some, just not enough.  However, I DO eat an avocado (very nutrient-rich, both vitamins and minerals) a few times a week, and take mineral supplements daily.
I do monitor my blood work yearly, and so far, so good!