What Is Dehydration?
Dehydration occurs when your body loses more fluids than it takes in. On average, we lose about 2 litres of water per day through breathing, sweating, and using the toilet. Failing to replace this water can reduce your body’s fluid levels, impacting your brain, kidneys, digestive system, and more.
Common Causes of Dehydration
You're more likely to get dehydrated during:
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Illness – Vomiting or diarrhea can lead to rapid fluid and electrolyte loss
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Exercise – Sweating during workouts increases water and salt loss, especially in hot weather
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Alcohol – Each alcoholic drink causes your body to lose about 100ml of fluid
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Medication – Diuretics and some prescriptions can increase water loss
How Much Water Do You Need?
Daily hydration needs vary based on age, weight, activity level, and health conditions. Despite this, most people don’t drink enough. According to Waterlogic, the average American drinks just 1.07 litres per day—far below most health recommendations.
Early Signs of Dehydration in Adults
By the time you feel thirsty, you’ve already lost 1–2% of your body’s water content. That’s enough to affect mood, energy, and cognitive function.
Mild symptoms of dehydration include:
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Dry mouth or bad breath
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Headache or dizziness
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Constipation
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Infrequent or dark urine
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Dry skin
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Fatigue or mood swings
Tip: Drinking water with electrolytes like SOS Hydration can help rebalance fluids faster than water alone.
Severe Symptoms of Dehydration
If dehydration becomes more serious, watch for:
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Intense thirst
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Rapid heartbeat or breathing
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Very dark urine
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No sweating
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Shriveled skin
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Low blood pressure
If you experience these symptoms, seek medical attention immediately.
Best Way to Rehydrate: Why Choose SOS Hydration?
SOS Hydration is a medically-formulated electrolyte drink that hydrates up to 3x faster than water. Developed by a doctor, elite athletes, and a military medic, SOS delivers:
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Balanced electrolytes (sodium, chloride, magnesium, zinc)
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Added vitamins to support immunity
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Minimal sugar for better absorption
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A portable, easy-to-mix solution—ideal for daily use or when sick
Try our new daily hydration formula for on-the-go wellness and faster recovery.
Stay Ahead of Dehydration
Whether you're working out, feeling under the weather, or just trying to stay sharp, hydration is essential. Adding SOS to your daily routine helps ensure your body stays balanced, energised, and resilient.