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Even "Mild" Dehydration Dehydration Can Impair Your Cognitive Performance, Here's What You Need To Know
While it's common to think of alleviating dehydration for physical benefits such as boosting athletic performance, studies show staying well-hydrated can have significant mental health benefits too. A study conducted by the University of Connecticut Human Performance Lab found that mild dehydration (1.36%) causes changes in mood, increased perception of task difficulty, lower concentration, and headaches in women. The simple fact is that whether we realize it or not, our body is composed of 70% water and the brain 75% water. When you become dehydrated, your blood circulation slows and results in less oxygen being delivered to your organs- including...