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in rainy season Water and essential electrolytes such as sodium, potassium, calcium and magnesium are unconsciously depleted from the body. However, during this period we do not sweat much as compared to summer, so we do not notice the effect of lack of water or humidity in the body. Dr. Divya Gopal, Additional Director, Internal Medicine, Sir HN Reliance Foundation Hospital He has given detailed information.(Photo Courtesy – AI)

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Electrolytes play an important role in maintaining the proper functioning of the muscles and nervous system in addition to maintaining fluid balance in the body. Due to the lack of thirst during the rainy season, the water level in the body is often not noticed. In such cases, drinking water alone does not compensate for the lack of electrolytes in the body. It can cause problems like fatigue, muscle cramps, headache, dizziness and thirst.

Therefore, water alone will not be enough to maintain proper hydration of the body during extreme heat or excessive sweating. Consuming electrolytes with water may also be necessary. For this, ORS, lemon water with little salt, coconut water, buttermilk and a balanced diet can be included in the diet.

How to recognize that the body lacks not only water, but also essential electrolytes?

When the body needs electrolytes instead of just water, the body gives some clear signals. One of the major symptoms is persistent thirst despite drinking plenty of water. Electrolytes such as sodium and potassium are also needed to maintain fluid balance in the body. Therefore, even after drinking more water than needed, thirst, bloating or feeling of fullness may persist.

Another symptom of electrolyte deficiency is muscle cramps, muscle spasms, or involuntary muscle movements. This problem can be felt mainly in the muscles of the stomach, legs and abdomen. As electrolytes play an important role in maintaining muscle function, a deficiency in them can lead to such problems.

Heat- headaches, fatigue, dizziness, and weakness can also be symptoms of excessive loss of essential minerals from the body through sweat. Along with this, symptoms like brain fog, irritability, lethargy or loss of concentration can also indicate that the lack of electrolytes is affecting the nervous system.

A sudden urge to eat salty foods like chips, pickles, can be a signal from the body to compensate for the lack of sodium in the body. Also, urine that is completely clear or even pale in color despite feeling tired or dizzy can be a sign of excess fluid loss or over-drinking without replacing electrolytes.

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Adequate intake of fluids and electrolytes along with a nutritious diet is important to maintain proper body hydration during monsoons. This can include ORS, coconut water, buttermilk or lemon water with a little salt. However, the most important thing during this period is to regularly check whether the level of hydration in the body is correct or not.