Are You Staying Hydrated?
Seventy-five percent of people in the US are chronically dehydrated, according to a study from the Institute of Medicine. Dehydration has many health consequences, such as raising your risk of diabetes.
In 2011, researchers from the American Diabetes Association found that dehydration raises blood sugar levels. When you don’t drink water, the body struggles to pump blood, which can mess with your insulin over time. Even mild dehydration can affect your blood sugar levels. Don’t let dehydration become chronic; make an active effort to drink water throughout the day.
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