Lesser known signs of poor hydration and the dangers of dehydration
We are all aware of how important water is for our daily survival. 70% of our body is made up of water. It carries out important functions in the body, such as carrying nutrients to all the cells of the body, aids in digestion, helps our brain to function optimally and much more. 

When we don’t have enough water content in our body, dehydration sets in. The common signs of dehydration are:
1. Dizziness
2. Confusion or brain fog
3. Headache
4. Dry lips and mouth
5. Thirsty
6. Inability to sweat
7. Generalised weakness or fatigue
8. Chills and/or fever
9. Low blood pressure
10. Constipation
11. Urinary tract infection
12.Dark coloured urine

However there are other lesser known causes of dehydration such as:
#1. Bad breath: Saliva has antibacterial properties. Lack of saliva production due to dehydration can lead to bacterial overgrowth in the mouth, which can cause bad breath

#2. Dry or flushed skin: Unlike the popular notion that dehydration can lead to sweating, it can lead to dry or flushed skin

#3. Muscle cramps: As the muscles work harder and harder, they can seize up from the heat itself. Changes in the electrolytes, such as sodium and potassium, can lead to muscle cramping as well. When your body loses enough fluid, it’s unable to cool itself off adequately, leading to heat stroke.

#4. Craving for sweet food: Organs such as liver use water to release glycogen and other components of your energy stores. When you are dehydrated, it can be difficult for the liver to do so, thus making you crave for sugar.
 
Have you ever wondered why is poor hydration dangerous? Apart from the above signs of dehydration, it can also lead to serious complications such as:
 
#1. Heat injury: If you don't hydrate yourself during your exercise and perspire heavily, you may end up with a heat injury. This could range from mild cramps to moderate exhaustion to severe life-threatening heat strokes.
 
#2. Urinary and kidney problems: When you are dehydrated, wastes and toxic materials build up in the kidneys. Prolonged or repeated bouts of dehydration can lead to urinary tract infections and kidney stones, both of which can cause long-term kidney damage. This further minimises the kidneys ability to remove wastes and keep you healthy.

#3. Seizures: The normal electrical messages in the muscles can become mixed up if your electrolytes are out of balance. This can result in involuntary muscle contractions and even loss of consciousness.
 
#4. Shock due to low blood volume (hypovolemic shock): This is one of the most serious and life-threatening complications of dehydration. This occurs when low blood volume in the body causes low blood pressure and a decrease in the total amount of oxygen in your body.
 
Thankfully, drinking water is a simple inexpensive activity that we can do anytime. Join my free community for a hydration challenge that will keep you accountable for hydrating yourself. Thereafter it is only a matter of practise to turn an action into a habit and keeping yourself hydrated. We also discuss how to manage your neck, back, joint and nerve pain in this community, in a judgement free and friendly zone.

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MEET SWATI

 
Hi there! 
I am Swati, an Executive Mum Power Coach and a Certified Posture Expert. I use my proven system to help mums of younger kids working in high-stress executive jobs manage their back, neck, and nerve pains, despite low energy levels and brain fog. I do all this without taking away a big chunk of their time out of their already busy day. This enables them to be more productive and capable professionals at work and guilt-free mums who can focus on their kids instead of always being distracted by pain. 



My passion for helping executive mums stems from my own experiences. I have been in the same boat and understand the frustration and helplessness of being in constant pain or being afraid to engage in activities due to the fear of pain. After two pregnancies in the span of three years and juggling my two kids, housework, and a demanding job, I was constantly in pain. The weight gain from motherhood added extra stress to my already overburdened spine and joints. I was stuck in a vicious cycle of weight loss and spinal/nerve pain that I just couldn’t break free from.

On top of the physical pain, I also suffered from adrenal fatigue. I often felt exhausted, waking up groggy even after a full night’s (10 to 12 plus hours!) sleep, and struggled with low energy levels and brain fog. Simple tasks became challenging, and I found myself forgetting things and unable to think clearly. It was incredibly frustrating and made it even harder to balance my professional responsibilities and family life.

My work involved long hours of standing during the day, prolonged hours on the laptop in the evening, and lots of running around and rocking my kids to sleep in between. Despite my knowledge and expertise in pain relief, I still found myself unable to escape the constant daily pain and fatigue.

Sitting at a desk job from 9 to 5, or longer, plus endless meetings that seem to go on forever. The frequent traveling, the uncomfortable hotel pillows that make it impossible to get a good night’s sleep—I’ve experienced it all. I remember not being able to share my discomfort at work because I felt like an imposter, talking about pain relief strategies and focusing on work while I was not able to achieve it myself. I didn’t disclose the extent of my pain and forgetfulness to my colleagues for years. Even though I loved my kids and my job, I couldn’t give 100% to either. The discomfort held me back from reaching my full potential, making me feel guilty as a mum and less productive at work. I felt like I was constantly running on empty, unable to catch a break from the pain and exhaustion.

finally got fed up after years of trying and decided to make a New Year’s resolution to get ‘healthy’ instead of focusing solely on my pain, fatigue, forgetfulness, and weight loss. When I shifted my focus to getting healthier by reducing the inflammation in my body and addressing my adrenal fatigue, the pain started to decrease, my energy levels and focus improved, and the pounds started shedding off too! That, of course, meant a happier spine, nerves, joints, and a happier me! Today, my neck, back, and nerve pain are down to zero, my knee pain has reduced by 75%, my brain fog has reduced drastically and my energy levels are higher than ever. I realized that I had been focusing on the wrong solutions for over a decade!

Now, my mission is to share my knowledge of pain relief and managing adrenal fatigue along with my personal experience with other mums, especially those with younger kids who work in high-stress executive jobs. My goal is to help you find lasting relief, boost your energy, and reclaim your life, just as I did. 

If you can relate to all this, you are not alone. As a mum, I have been there and done that—momma, I got you! I’ve helped hundreds of mums in this situation over the years find their solution to manage spinal and joint pains, low energy levels, and brain fog that hold them back. This enables them to feel confidently in control and empowers them to cultivate that confidence and productivity at work and enjoy being with their kids, to be able to run around with them without the fear of injury or pain.

Are you ready for this journey? Ask me how if you are curious.

Let's DO THIS!
xx Swati
** Executive Mum Power Coach **

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