Summer is a time to enjoy outdoor activities and soak up the sun, but it’s crucial to remember that heat affects our bodies and our hydration levels. The heat wave spreading across North Carolina can significantly impact our body’s water balance, leading to increased risk of dehydration.
Dr. Leake, co-owner of Hydrate Medical, reminds us that our cells, tissues, and organs rely on water to function correctly. Water makes up about 50% to 70% of body weight. Losing just a fraction of that water can negatively affect your body and mind.
Here are a few reasons water is so critical to your health:
- Regulates body temperature
- Flushes waste from the body
- Supports a healthy immune system
- Lubricates and cushions joints
- Promotes healthy digestion
- Improves memory, alertness, mood, and sleep quality
Dehydration occurs when you lose more fluids than you consume. The average person loses 10 cups of water daily through sweating, urinating, and breathing. Dehydration can sneak up on us quickly, leading to headaches, dizziness, fatigue, and even heat stroke. It can also impact your mood and concentration. It is not just essential but crucial to take hydration seriously, especially during the scorching summer months.
Only 55% of what we drink is absorbed by our bodies. Receiving an IV hydration drip can replace your fluids immediately! The average person may need to drink 2 to 4 liters of water to rehydrate, equivalent to 2,000 to 4,000 milliliters. However, with IV hydration therapy, you can achieve 100% absorption, meaning a 1-litter IV bag delivers 1,000 milliliters of fluids, leading to faster recovery, reduced risk of upset stomach, and quicker energy renewal.
IV hydration involves more than just fluids. It also includes essential vitamins and minerals, including sodium, calcium, magnesium, and potassium. Hydrate Medical’s Myers Cocktail IV drip has been used for decades to treat various dehydration conditions, from chronic fatigue to migraine headaches. The Myers Cocktail includes 250 milliliters of IV fluid, Super B, Vitamin C, B12, magnesium, and calcium.
Hydrate Medical is Cary’s premier IV hydration clinic, led by a team of experienced medical professionals. With a range of customizable IV hydration treatments, Hydrate Medical offers a safe and effective way to combat dehydration. Whether recovering from vigorous outdoor activities, fighting the effects of heat exhaustion, or simply seeking a refreshing boost this summer, IV hydration provides a quick and effective way to rehydrate and rejuvenate the body.
