Andrew Huberman· PhD
proper hydration is critical for mental functioning and physical performance
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proper hydration is critical for mental functioning and physical performance
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Even a slight degree of dehydration can impair our ability to think, our energy levels and our physical performance.
Now of all the protocols in the realm of mental health, physical health and performance, I think the most underrated one, believe it or not, is hydration. When you look at the literature on hydration and the effects of even mild dehydration, what you find is that cognitive function, physical function, basically cellular function, and organ function generally all suffer when you're even mildly dehydrated.
Perhaps one of the most underestimated but powerful tools to improve your mental health, your physical performance, and your cognitive performance is ensuring you get enough hydration every day.
Even a slight degree of dehydration can diminish cognitive and physical performance.
Even a slight degree of dehydration can diminish your cognitive and physical performance.
Even a slight degree of dehydration can diminish your cognitive and physical performance.