Body
Did you know that your brain is made up of 73% water? As a result, when you’re dehydrated, your internal systems slow down and can no longer operate as they should. Water is important and essential for all your bodily functions, including supporting cognition and mood. Additionally, research shows that as you age, you become more prone to becoming dehydrated due to a diminished sense of thirst (National Council on Aging, 2021).