Internal Medicine Specialist Assoc. Dr. Rıdvan Sivritepe detailed the effects of water consumption on general health: “Water is one of the basic building blocks of the body and is necessary for the function of cells. Adequate water intake regulates metabolism, balances body temperature, helps transport nutrients and removes waste materials from the body.”
BEWARE OF THE RISK OF DEHYDRATION
Drawing attention to the risk of dehydration in individuals with chronic diseases, Sivritepe said, “The risk of dehydration is high in individuals with chronic diseases. While high blood sugar in diabetic patients leads to increased water loss in the urine, fluid imbalance may be a problem in kidney patients. Dehydration can cause kidney failure, electrolyte imbalance, low blood sugar in these patients.” “It can cause serious health problems such as blood pressure and general fatigue. Recognizing dehydration at an early stage is critical in preventing these complications.” he said.
INDEX WATER CONSUMPTION TO YOUR WEIGHT
Providing information about daily water consumption amounts, Assoc. Dr. Sivritepe said, “In general, the daily water need in healthy individuals is around 2-3 liters. For example, a person weighing 70 kilos needs to consume approximately 2.5 liters of water. However, in individuals with chronic diseases, this need may vary depending on the type of disease and the treatment process. Kidney While fluid intake should be restricted in diabetic patients, it should be increased in diabetic patients, while the individual’s weight, activity level and current health status should be taken into consideration. he said.
INSUFFICIENT WATER CONSUMPTION TRIGGERS DISEASES
Touching on the importance of water consumption in terms of chronic diseases, Assoc. Dr. Rıdvan Sivritepe said, “Chronic diseases are health problems that have a long-term and generally progressive course. These diseases significantly affect the general health status, quality of life and daily living activities of individuals. Water consumption plays a major role in the management of chronic diseases. Heart diseases, especially hypertension and In cases of heart failure, fluid balance requires careful management.
Insufficient fluid intake can cause blood volume to decrease and therefore increase the load on the heart. “Dehydration situations can lead to heart rhythm disorders,” he said. He also stated that sufficient water consumption contributes to joint health in diabetes, kidney diseases and obesity.
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