With warmer weather coming our way, now is the perfect time to remind everyone about the importance of staying hydrated. As the temperature continues to increase, it can play a direct role in how quickly you become dehydrated. When this develops, it can lead to an array of health problems, including issues with your heart. At Integrative Cardiology Center of Long Island, we don’t want to see this happen to our patients. Our staff would like to share some information about the link between hydration and heart health, and the steps you can take to stay protected.

 

Dehydration And Your Heart 

Keeping up with your liquid intake plays a crucial role in staying healthy in a variety of ways. When you become dehydrated, it forces your heart to work harder than normal. If the heart cannot function as it typically does, it hinders the ability for healthy blood circulation. This circulation issue can lead to the development of complications such as:

 

Staying Hydrated

At Integrative Cardiology Center of Long Island, we know that each patient comes with their own unique set of needs to remain healthy. Because of this, there is a not one-size-fits-all answer to exactly how much water a person needs to drink to stay hydrated. However, there are steps you can take on your own to help facilitate this need. Our team recommends drinking at least a pint of water for every pound of sweat you lose during physical activity. Also, don’t wait until you feel thirsty to start drinking water, as this means you’ve already become dehydrated. Making sure you drink water throughout the day will help to prevent dehydration from manifesting.  

 

Conditions To Watch For   

Pre-existing medical conditions play a role in how quickly you become dehydrated, and how much you should be drinking. To avoid becoming dehydrated and hindering your heart health, those who deal with the following should put an increased focus on drinking water throughout the day:

  • Excessive perspiration.
  • Diabetes.
  • Heart disease.
  • Cystic fibrosis.

 

Contact Us

Due to its function, issues of the heart need to be taken care of promptly to prevent serious complications from taking place. One of the easiest ways to prevent heart problems from occurring is to always stay hydrated. At Integrative Cardiology Center of Long Island, we want to make sure you remain as healthy as possible. If you have questions about the importance of hydration for your heart health, or to receive treatment for any other cardiological ailments you’re dealing with, request an appointment today!