There’s plenty of health advice on drinking around 2.7-3 litres of water. From protein and fibre to water, your body has daily nutritional and hydration needs. Individual water requirements may vary, but sometimes you don’t feel thirsty, and drinking enough water can slip your mind. How can this dehydration affect your heart health? A cardiologist weighed in on this, revealing the impact on your heart health.
Dr Pradeep Kumar Nayak, director and head cardiologist at Dharamshila Narayana Superspeciality Hospital, Delhi, said that dehydration makes the heart beat faster than usual.
If dehydration is behind your racing heartbeat, replenishing lost fluids may help. The doctor outlined some immediate steps: “If dehydration is contributing to a faster heartbeat, replacing lost fluids may help your body recover. Start by resting in a cool place and drinking water gradually.
After prolonged sweating or significant fluid loss from vomiting or diarrhoea, an oral rehydration solution may be appropriate,” the cardiologist said.
