Dehydration symptoms

Determination of fluid balance

There is not yet an exact measuring method to determine whether you have a water shortage. The following 4 measurements give a reasonably reliable impression:

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1. Urine color (see picture below)

2. Lift skin on top of hand: skin fold should not remain standing like a tent

3. Press a nail for 5 seconds: should be done in 3 seconds. be red again

4. Body composition measurement: an analysis of your body composition

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Possible symptoms of a water shortage are:

• increased thirst

• constipation

• think less clearly

• fatigue in the afternoon

• daytime sleepiness

• dizziness

• muscle stiffness/pain

• headache

• reduced immune system function

• dry skin/mouth/lips

• bad breath

• urinary tract inflammation