772-283-4767Why Drinking Clean Water in the Summer for Hydration is Vital
Our amazing bodies require sufficient water, and there is a continuous threat of dehydration without it. Drinking clean water in the summer is especially important. The high temperatures of the season cause sweating, which depletes the supply of water in our bodies. Drinking plenty of water is necessary, and the quality of the water also matters very much. Read on to learn some of the effects of both dehydration and drinking unhealthy water.
Health Problems Resulting from Dehydration
One of the easiest ways to watch over wellness in your body is by avoiding dehydration. The benefits you get from drinking sufficient clean water are lost and your health is threatened when you get dehydrated. What is dehydration? Dehydration occurs when your body loses more fluids than it takes in. The normal activities of body function require water.
Health issues that occur as a direct result of dehydration:
- Fatigue
- Muscle cramping
- Poor kidney function
- Fast heart rate
- Little to no production of urine
- Shock
- Death
Signs and Symptoms of Dehydration
Like no other time of the year, it is important to remain on alert for signs of dehydration in the summer. Look for the following signs and symptoms to avoid the dangerous health problems that can result from dehydration:
- Extreme thirst
- Feeling sluggish and fatigued
- Peeing less than usual
- Lightheadedness, weakness, and/or dizziness
- Headache
- Dark-colored urine
- Confusion
- Bad breath
- Sugar cravings
- Dry mouth
Is Lack of Clean Water a Problem?
Many studies have revealed that each year, more than 60 million people in the US drink unsafe water. These water sources do not meet the federal health standards because they violate limits for the level of dangerous contaminants the water contains. So, drinking plenty of water is essential to avoid dehydration, but the water needs to be safe for drinking. Contaminants in water can threaten your health. A few of the sources of water contamination common in the U.S. and some of the health issues they can cause are:
Pesticides are used for things such as protecting plants and maintaining beautiful lawns. The runoff of pesticides seeps into the soil when it rains, polluting groundwater. The potential impact of drinking water contaminated with pesticides can be significant. Health results include allergic reactions, cardiac arrest, digestive issues, skin rashes, and death.
Nutrients added to soil include fertilizer. The problems nutrients can cause in drinking water range from upset stomach to death. Younger children are the most susceptible.
Lead in water is more apt to cause lead poisoning in children than in adults. Unfortunately, water supplies are often tainted with lead from products such as lead pipes, lead paint, and lead fittings. Nausea, headaches, memory problems, kidney issues, anemia, confusion, and death are among the symptoms of lead exposure through drinking water. It’s summertime! So, be sure that you stay hydrated with safe drinking water, especially throughout this season.
Atlantic Coast Water Clinic serves the South Florida area, providing everyday access to clean drinking water.
Making sure of drinking clean water in summer to stay hydrated is easy for our residential and commercial clients in the counties of St. Lucie, Martin, and Indian River.
Contact us online for water filtration and treatment services or learn more by calling 772-283-4767 today.