Dehydration takes place when more water and fluids exit the body than enter. The liquids found inside your body play an important role in your survival. About 75% of the human body is comprised of water within blood vessels, inside cells, and even between the cells. When we are in need of more fluids, the body lets us know by kicking in a thirst mechanism. Water is lost throughout the day, as we sweat, go to the bathroom, and even breathe. Drinking fluids is the most common way we can stay hydrated.

Causes and Symptoms
Dehydration is caused when our bodies do not have enough water or we’ve lost too much water – sometimes a combination of the two. Other causes of dehydration include diarrhea, vomiting, vigorous activity, heat or humid weather, and uncontrolled Diabetes (frequent urination). The first sign of dehydration is thirst. When you are dehydrated, your urine is darker in color and overall production also slows.

The worse your condition gets, the more symptoms arise, such as dry mouth, lethargy, fewer tears when crying, weak muscles, headache, and dizziness. Severe dehydration is characterized by sunken eyes, dry skin, lack of sweating, low blood pressure, fever, and increased heart rate. The worst cases involve delirium and unconsciousness.

Home remedies for dehydration:
-- Stop all your activity and take rest in cool place
-- Prop up your feet
-- Do not expose your self to direct sunlight in any case.
-- Continue to drink lot of water for next 24 hours.
-- Take rehydration drinks like juice or plain water.
-- Take off extra clothes and wear something comfortable and light.
-- Avoid cold drinks as they aggravates dehydration as they contain caffeine.
-- Avoid tea coffee completely.
-- Take fruits like water melon and cucumber as they have high percentage of water.
-- Avoid fried foods.
-- Raw vegetable and fruit have high percentage of water. Include them in your regular diet to prevent future dehydration.