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Wills Chiropractic
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February 23, 2021

You are probably aware that your body needs water to survive, but do you actually get enough of it? Most people don’t drink enough water and end up in a constant state of dehydration. If that sounds familiar, it can be costing you in ways you may not be aware of including digestion issues, body pain, and low energy. Here are some of the consequences of not drinking enough water.

DIGESTION ISSUES

One of the first systems of the body that is negatively impacted by dehydration is your digestive system. The lining of your intestines and stomach is made up mostly of water, and when there isn’t enough of it, it can’t do its job properly. This can cause constipation, indigestion, heartburn, and more. It can also affect your body’s ability to absorb nutrients from the food you eat.

LOW ENERGY

Your blood is almost 90% water. If you don’t get enough water every day, your heart is put into overdrive to get oxygen to all the cells in your body. This can leave you feeling exhausted with low energy but is easily remedied by drinking more water.

JOINT PAIN

The cartilage that protects and cushions your joints is made up of about 80% water. When you don’t drink enough water, it’s easy to see how it can impact your joints. A study done by the Cleveland Clinic even found that if you are chronically dehydrated, you have about a 60% chance of developing an inflammatory condition such as arthritis

HEALTH AND WELLNESS CARE AT WILLS CHIROPRACTIC

At your local Rochelle, IL chiropractor, we believe in a total-body approach to health, which is why proper hydration is so important. It is our goal to help our patients achieve true health and that includes physical, mental, and emotional well-being. To get started on your journey to wellness, click here to request an appointment.

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