Nutrition in Clinical Care Hydration and Cognitive Function in ChildrenAnci, Kristen E DConstant, FlorenceRosenberg, Irwin H
Although adequate hydration is essential for optimal brain function, research addressing relationships between hydration status and human behavior and cognitive function is limited. The few published studies in this area are inconclusive and contradictory. The impact of variations in hydration status, which...
Water accounts for approximately 60% of the human body and plays a critical role in regulating body temperature, transporting nutrients, cushioning joints, supporting digestion, and powering cognitive function (Popkin et al., 2010). Despite its importance, many people underestimate how hydration impacts...
this mineral-rich approach to hydration can be profoundly beneficial. It’s not just about quenching thirst; it’s about providing your body with the foundational elements it needs for everything from maintaining joint lubrication and flexibility to supporting cognitive function and ensuring sustained ...
Dehydration will result in impaired cognitive function. This means that if you are dehydrated you might experience problems concentrating, a decrease in short-term memory, irritability, and even anxiety. Drinking cold water can help boost the metabolism by as much as 30%. This means that the bod...
Researchers at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University studied the effects of water balance and cognitive function. Theydiscoveredthat mild dehydration, as little as losing 1 percent to 2 percent of body water, can impair cognitive performance. ...
Water is an essential nutrient and the main component of the human body (Peronnet et al., 2012). Therefore it seems consistent that hydration status and water consumption can have consequences for children, particularly when considering physical activity and cognitive function. ...
were of interest, and studies of extreme hydration conditions (eg, >8%body weight loss, water intoxication) were excluded. Theadverse effectsof these extreme conditions on cognitive function are widely acknowledged, despite limited research on extreme conditions with the topic of hydration research.23...
Fatigue and Impaired Concentration:Dehydration reduces blood flow and oxygen to the brain, leading to tiredness, slower cognitive function, and difficulty focusing. Decreased Physical Performance:Muscle fatigue and cramping can occur due to insufficient water, particularly during exercise or physical labor...
"Fluids are necessary for almost every function in our body," says sports dietitianAnna Mitchell, RD, CSSD. "When you're mildly dehydrated — say, a 2 percent loss in body water — you'll see a decline in your cognitive function and a reduction in sports performance." ...