The therapist warned about the dangerous consequences of lack of water in the body

The human body cannot exist without water, which is involved in vital processes. Its deficiency can lead to serious health problems, Elena Ustinova, a general practitioner and nutritionist at the SM Clinic, told Izvestia on March 28.

In particular, she warned that lack of water in the body can lead to blood clots, which, as a result, increases the likelihood of developing thrombosis, especially in adulthood.

"In addition, lack of fluid negatively affects brain function, as its nutrition depends on capillary circulation. This can lead not only to a decrease in cognitive functions, but also to visual impairment," Ustinova added.

Also, according to her, water deficiency can cause swelling, constipation and increases the risk of kidney stones.

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"If a person does not drink enough fluids, it negatively affects digestion, causing discomfort and disruption of the gastrointestinal tract. Moreover, dehydration can provoke weight gain, as the body sometimes perceives thirst as a feeling of hunger, which leads to overeating," the doctor noted.

Among other possible consequences of lack of water in the body, the expert named drowsiness, headaches, decreased concentration and feeling worse. In general, all organs and systems suffer from fluid deficiency in the body, the therapist emphasized.

Earlier, on January 29, Natia Chekhoeva, a gastroenterologist and endoscopist at the Gastro Clinic, told Izvestia that the systematic consumption of excess calories inevitably overloads the body. This not only increases body weight, but also puts a strain on internal organs, including the heart, liver, and pancreas.