9 signs you’re probably not drinking enough water

If there is one health tip we constantly hear, it is to drink more water and stay hydrated. But how can you tell if your body is not getting enough water?

Here are nine signs that show you need to drink more water:

1. Lotion doesn’t work
If you apply a lot of lotion but your skin still feels dry, your body may need more water to help produce natural oils.

2. Dry mouth and sticky tongue
When your mouth feels dry or your tongue feels sticky, don’t grab candy or gum. Go for a glass of water instead.

3. Headaches
Dehydration is a common cause of headaches and even migraines. If you feel one coming, drink water and avoid sugary drinks.

4. Weight gain
Your body may confuse thirst with hunger. Drinking enough water helps boost metabolism, while dehydration can make you eat more than necessary.

5. Constipation
Water helps waste move easily through the digestive system. If you’re constipated and have no other medical condition, you may simply be dehydrated.

6. UTIs
Drinking enough water helps flush out bacteria from the bladder, reducing the chances of urinary tract infections.

7. Bad moods
Even mild dehydration can affect your mood because of changes in brain chemistry, leading to irritation or moodiness.

8. Muscle cramps
Low water levels slow down blood circulation, which can lead to muscle cramps. Sometimes the solution is just to drink more water.

9. Fatigue
When your body is low on water, you may feel unusually tired because your system is working harder than normal…CONTINUE MORE READING>>>