Humans need to drink water to survive. Many of our body's functions would shut down without drinking water, such as urination, bowel movements and temperature regulation. In fact, over 50% of the ...

No matter the temperature outside, it is always important to stay hydrated. Drinking water does not only cool you down, but it also has many other health benefits, such as regulating bowel movements, ...

Reduced thirst in winter and air-conditioned spaces often mask a serious hydration gap, putting kidneys and overall health at ...

Water is essential for survival; if people don't adequately replenish lost fluids, it can affect their bodies' abilities to function properly. After all, water makes up the majority of the body.

Sara Moniuszko is a health and lifestyle reporter at CBSNews.com. Previously, she wrote for USA Today, where she was selected to help launch the newspaper's wellness vertical. She now covers breaking ...

When a person becomes dehydrated, the body begins sending distress signals that often mimic warning signs of serious health conditions. These symptoms make dehydration one of the most frequently ...

Dehydration is not just a summer issue. In winter, low thirst, as well as dry air and indoor heating, can quietly deplete the body of fluids. There are reasons this happens and little ...

Health experts warn that dehydration is often overlooked in winter, increasing the risk of fatigue, brain fog and more ...