{"id":9602,"date":"2023-12-24T00:17:06","date_gmt":"2023-12-23T17:17:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loudhdtv.com\/?p=9602"},"modified":"2023-12-24T00:17:06","modified_gmt":"2023-12-23T17:17:06","slug":"can-menopause-cause-dehydration-what-to-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loudhdtv.com\/?p=9602","title":{"rendered":"Can Menopause Cause Dehydration? What To Know"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-3711241968723425\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p> <span class=\"drop-cap__first text-dropcap \">H<\/span>ere\u2019s a laundry list of symptoms: constipation, dry mouth, kidney and urinary problems, thirst, bad breath, joint pain, muscle cramps, compromised skin health, decreased immunity, mood and mind problems, sugar cravings, and asthma and allergy symptoms.<\/p>\n<p>While these may seem like a random assortment, they&#8217;re all <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/dehydration-side-effects\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/dehydration-side-effects\/\">signs of dehydration<\/a>\u2014some of which may be more surprising than others. A person can experience dehydration at any age for a variety of reasons, but if you\u2019re <a href=\"https:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/diseases\/21841-menopause\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/diseases\/21841-menopause\">anywhere from 40 to 50 years old<\/a> and\/or experiencing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/how-to-find-menopause-doctor\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/how-to-find-menopause-doctor\/\">menopause<\/a>, you may wondering: Can menopause cause dehydration?<\/p>\n<div class=\"\">\n<hr\/>\n<div class=\"experts-in-article noskim py-[24px] px-[40px]\">\n<p>Experts In This Article<\/p>\n<ul class=\"!ml-[18px]\">\n<li> <a href=\"https:\/\/drdweck.com\/\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/drdweck.com\/\">Alyssa Dweck, MD, FACOG<\/a>, board-certified OB\/GYN at the Mount Kisco Medical Group <\/li>\n<li> <a href=\"\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"\">Brandye Wilson-Manigat, MD<\/a>, board-certified OB\/GYN, menopause expert, and <a href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/leafgroup_ca5e0_wellgood?q=https%3A%2F%2Fcurehydration.pxf.io%2Fc%2F2372336%2F913124%2F12501%3FsubId1%3DSTMSFD-1101107%26u%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.curehydration.com&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fcan-menopause-cause-dehydration%2F&amp;event_type=click\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.curehydration.com\" data-type=\"affiliateLink\" data-aff-intermediate=\"https:\/\/curehydration.pxf.io\/c\/2372336\/913124\/12501?subId1=STMSFD-1101107&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.curehydration.com\">Cure<\/a> medical advisor <\/li>\n<li> <a href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/leafgroup_ca5e0_wellgood?q=https%3A%2F%2Fgo.skimresources.com%3Fid%3D104860X1561639%26xs%3D1%26xcust%3DSTMSHL-834213%26url%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fbywinona.com%252Fabout-us&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fcan-menopause-cause-dehydration%2F&amp;event_type=click\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/bywinona.com\/about-us\" data-type=\"affiliateLink\" data-aff-intermediate=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=104860X1561639&amp;xs=1&amp;xcust=STMSHL-834213&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fbywinona.com%2Fabout-us\">Michael Green, MD<\/a>, OB\/GYN and chief medical officer at Winona <\/li>\n<li> <a href=\"https:\/\/taniquamd.com\/about\/\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/taniquamd.com\/about\/\">Taniqua Miller, MD<\/a>, Taniqua Miller, MD, FACOG, MSCP, is the founder of <a href=\"https:\/\/taniquamd.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/taniquamd.com\/\">TaniquaMD<\/a> and an <a href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/leafgroup_ca5e0_wellgood?q=https%3A%2F%2Fgo.skimresources.com%3Fid%3D104860X1561639%26xs%3D1%26xcust%3DSTMSHL-1142355%26url%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.evernow.com%252F&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fcan-menopause-cause-dehydration%2F&amp;event_type=click\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.evernow.com\/\" data-type=\"affiliateLink\" data-aff-intermediate=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=104860X1561639&amp;xs=1&amp;xcust=STMSHL-1142355&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.evernow.com%2F\">Evernow<\/a> clinician. <\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<hr\/><\/div>\n<p>Before we dive into the potential connections between the two, it\u2019s important to understand what menopause is in the first place.<br \/>Menopause is a natural biological process marking the end of reproductive years for people with uteruses, usually occurring in their late 40s or early 50s. It is defined by the absence of menstrual periods for 12 consecutive months. Perimenopause, on the other hand, is the transitional phase leading up to menopause. During perimenopause, which<a href=\"https:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/diseases\/21608-perimenopause\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/diseases\/21608-perimenopause\"> can start anywhere from mid-30s to mid-50s<\/a>, hormonal fluctuations occur, leading to irregular periods and various symptoms like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/herbs-for-hot-flashes-menopause-symptoms\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/herbs-for-hot-flashes-menopause-symptoms\/\">hot flashes<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/what-causes-night-sweats\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/what-causes-night-sweats\/\">night sweats<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/mental-health-symptoms-menopause\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/mental-health-symptoms-menopause\/\">mood changes<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"related-content \" style=\"\" data-module-init=\"related-content\" data-module-immediate=\"\" v-cloak=\"\">\n<div class=\"related-content__wrapper \" v-cloak=\"\" :class=\"{'is-loaded':isLoaded}\">\n<p> <span class=\"inline pr-6 text-seafoam-dark\">Related Stories<\/span> <\/p>\n<p> <related-content class=\"related-content__links\" parent-article-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/can-menopause-cause-dehydration\/\" current-title=\"Can Menopause Cause Dehydration? What OB\/GYNs Want You To Know\" current-image=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/IMG_2023-12-20-145252-425x285_418x278_true_70.webp\" v-on:parsely-posts-loaded=\"onPostsLoaded\" start-date=\"2023-06-23\" tag=\"div\" inline-template=\"\" url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/can-menopause-cause-dehydration\/\" secret=\"w5ztterVB03LGZJLfXS0hf3EvQBuFFIWew9hmVQxthU\" apikey=\"wellandgood.com\" limit=\"3\"> <\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"related-content__card mb-[10px] sm:mb-[20px]\" :class=\"{'related-content__card--full':posts.length === 1}\" v-for=\"(post, key) in posts\"> <a v-on:click.prevent=\"trackLinkGA($event, key)\" :href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/can-menopause-cause-dehydration\/post.url\" data-url-source=\"related-content\" class=\"related-content__link\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"\"> <\/p>\n<div class=\"related-content__card--image bg-tan\" :style=\"{ backgroundImage: 'url(' + post.image_url + ')' }\"> <img :src=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/can-menopause-cause-dehydration\/post.image_url\" :alt=\"post.title\"\/> <\/div>\n<p> <\/a>  <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p> <\/related-content> <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h2>Factors that can make dehydration more likely during menopause<\/h2>\n<p>There are several physiological changes to the body that happen around the same ages that perimenopause and menopause begin that can make it easy to assume that menopause is causing your dehydration, but there\u2019s more to it than that.<\/p>\n<p>Case in point: \u201cThe amount of water that we hold onto declines as we age,\u201d says <a href=\"https:\/\/taniquamd.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/taniquamd.com\/\">Taniqua Miller, MD, MSCP<\/a>, a board-certified OB\/GYN, menopause expert, and <a href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/leafgroup_ca5e0_wellgood?q=https%3A%2F%2Fgo.skimresources.com%3Fid%3D104860X1561639%26xs%3D1%26xcust%3DSTMSHL-1142355%26url%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.evernow.com%252F&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fcan-menopause-cause-dehydration%2F&amp;event_type=click\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.evernow.com\/\" data-type=\"affiliateLink\" data-aff-intermediate=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=104860X1561639&amp;xs=1&amp;xcust=STMSHL-1142355&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.evernow.com%2F\">Evernow<\/a> physician. This is because it\u2019s common to start <a href=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealth.gov\/sarcopenia#:~:text=Beginning%20at%20age%2030%2C%20the,and%20does%20less%20physical%20activity.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealth.gov\/sarcopenia#:~:text=Beginning%20at%20age%2030%2C%20the,and%20does%20less%20physical%20activity.\">losing three-to-five percent<\/a> of your body\u2019s muscle mass per decade beginning at age 30. \u201cLess muscle mass means less body water content, and thus risk for dehydration,\u201d says <a href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/leafgroup_ca5e0_wellgood?q=https%3A%2F%2Fgo.skimresources.com%3Fid%3D104860X1561639%26xs%3D1%26xcust%3DSTMSHL-878625%26url%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fhellobonafide.com%252Fblogs%252Fauthors%252Falyssa-dweck&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fcan-menopause-cause-dehydration%2F&amp;event_type=click\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/hellobonafide.com\/blogs\/authors\/alyssa-dweck\" data-type=\"affiliateLink\" data-aff-intermediate=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=104860X1561639&amp;xs=1&amp;xcust=STMSHL-878625&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fhellobonafide.com%2Fblogs%2Fauthors%2Falyssa-dweck\">Alyssa Dweck<\/a>, MD, a practicing gynecologist and the chief medical officer at <a href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/leafgroup_ca5e0_wellgood?q=https%3A%2F%2Fgo.skimresources.com%3Fid%3D104860X1561639%26xs%3D1%26xcust%3DSTMSHL-1144577%26url%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fhellobonafide.com%252F&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fcan-menopause-cause-dehydration%2F&amp;event_type=click\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/hellobonafide.com\/\" data-type=\"affiliateLink\" data-aff-intermediate=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=104860X1561639&amp;xs=1&amp;xcust=STMSHL-1144577&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fhellobonafide.com%2F\">Bonafide Health<\/a>. \u201cThis is a natural phenomenon.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>As a result, dehydration is even more likely with even just the slightest decrease in fluid intake as you get older, according to board-certified OB\/GYN <a href=\"https:\/\/drbrandyemd.com\/about\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/drbrandyemd.com\/about\/\">Brandye Wilson-Manigat, MD<\/a>, menopause expert and <a href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/leafgroup_ca5e0_wellgood?q=https%3A%2F%2Fcurehydration.pxf.io%2Fc%2F2372336%2F913124%2F12501%3FsubId1%3DSTMSFD-1101107%26u%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.curehydration.com&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fcan-menopause-cause-dehydration%2F&amp;event_type=click\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.curehydration.com\" data-type=\"affiliateLink\" data-aff-intermediate=\"https:\/\/curehydration.pxf.io\/c\/2372336\/913124\/12501?subId1=STMSFD-1101107&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.curehydration.com\">Cure<\/a> medical advisor.<\/p>\n<p>To add to that, people typically <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/what-causes-thirst\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/what-causes-thirst\/\">experience less thirst when they&#8217;re older<\/a> making it more challenging to stay hydrated, according to Dr. Miller. Dr. Wilson-Manigat adds that \u201cbecause our signals for thirst usually lag what\u2019s happening in our bodies, by the time we become aware, we are playing catch up to our body\u2019s needs.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>What\u2019s more: \u201cThe kidneys also become less efficient at concentrating urine [as you age], leading to increased water elimination and further depleting the already-diminished total body water level,\u201d says Dr. Wilson-Manigat.<\/p>\n<h2>Menopausal symptoms that may cause dehydration<\/h2>\n<p>To be clear, menopause can definitely contribute to dehydration, however. For example, an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/overactive-bladder-emotions\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/overactive-bladder-emotions\/\">overactive bladder<\/a> is a common symptom of menopause, according to Dr. Dweck, and it can lead to peeing more frequently. \u201cIn order to mitigate these symptoms, many will fluid-restrict and thus risk dehydration,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n<p>Meanwhile, the physiological changes due to hormonal fluctuations during menopause, aka hot flashes and night sweats, are correlated with estrogen deficiency, according to Dr. Miller. And that causes other symptoms that can be dehydrating.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cEstrogen [is central to] the thermoregulatory zone of the brain in the hypothalamus,\u201d she explains. \u201cAs the estrogen decline nearing menopause, the internal thermostat gets disrupted. The body can easily overheat, causing the hot flashes. And in response, the body will produce sweat in order to cool the body.\u201d Just like with exercise, sweat can lead to dehydration if you\u2019re not <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/sweating-at-night-hydration\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/sweating-at-night-hydration\/\">adequately replenishing<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Temperature regulation isn\u2019t the only part at play, though. Let\u2019s jump back to a decreased sense of thirst real quick. \u201cFurthermore, many women experience fluid retention (thinking bloating, swelling) in menopause, which also dampens the perception of thirst,\u201d Dr. Wilson-Manigat says. As you can guess, all of this is where the dehydration comes in. \u201cExcessive sweating can cause dehydration, especially if the person is not able to keep up with the increased losses,\u201d she continues.<\/p>\n<h2>At what stage of menopause does dehydration ramp up?<\/h2>\n<p>It\u2019s valuable to note that you may experience dehydration before menopause has fully started (and after it ends). \u201cDehydration during menopause can begin at any stage, but it may become more noticeable during the perimenopausal and postmenopausal phases,\u201d says <a href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/leafgroup_ca5e0_wellgood?q=https%3A%2F%2Fgo.skimresources.com%3Fid%3D104860X1561639%26xs%3D1%26xcust%3DSTMSHL-834213%26url%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fbywinona.com%252Fabout-us&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fcan-menopause-cause-dehydration%2F&amp;event_type=click\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/bywinona.com\/about-us\" data-type=\"affiliateLink\" data-aff-intermediate=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=104860X1561639&amp;xs=1&amp;xcust=STMSHL-834213&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fbywinona.com%2Fabout-us\">Michael Green<\/a>, MD, an OB\/GYN and the chief medical officer at <a href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/leafgroup_ca5e0_wellgood?q=https%3A%2F%2Fgo.skimresources.com%3Fid%3D104860X1561639%26xs%3D1%26xcust%3DSTMSHL-834213%26url%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fbywinona.com%252F&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fcan-menopause-cause-dehydration%2F&amp;event_type=click\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/bywinona.com\/\" data-type=\"affiliateLink\" data-aff-intermediate=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=104860X1561639&amp;xs=1&amp;xcust=STMSHL-834213&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fbywinona.com%2F\">Winona<\/a>. He explains that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/perimenopause-exercise\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/perimenopause-exercise\/\">perimenopause<\/a> is typically when hormonal fluctuations start.<\/p>\n<p>Dr. Wilson-Manigat says the cause of your dehydration may vary depending on what stage of menopause you\u2019re experiencing. \u201cUsually in the early part of menopause, hot flashes and night sweats are the issue,\u201d she says. \u201cWhereas later in menopause, it may be due to the changes seen with a lack of estrogen in the urinary system that leads to increased frequency of urination and increased fluid loss through urination.\u201d<\/p>\n<h2>What helps with menopause-related dehydration?<\/h2>\n<h3>Set water goals<\/h3>\n<p>Simply being more mindful can be key. Some products can make that job easier for you, from the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/lifefuels-water-bottle-review\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/lifefuels-water-bottle-review\/\">LifeFuels bottle that gamifies drinking water<\/a> to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/motivational-apps\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/motivational-apps\/\">Fabulous app that motivates you to make small changes that will help you meet your goals<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>But how much water do you need? \u201cWhile this is no hard and fast rule, take your weight in pounds, divide it by two, and that should be your target water intake daily in ounces,\u201d Dr. Miller says.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIf water is not your jam, try to spice it up with cut-up fruit, such as strawberries or cucumbers, to give it a little flavor,\u201d Dr. Miller says.<\/p>\n<h3>Pay attention to your bathroom habits and other symptoms<\/h3>\n<p>First and foremost, know what you\u2019re dealing with. Dr. Dweck encourages monitoring how often you feel the need to pee and the concentration of your urine.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWhen urine looks particularly dark and\/or frequency declines significantly compared to baseline, dehydration may be the root cause,\u201d she says, adding that significant fluid loss can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/proper-hydration-water-sommelier\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/proper-hydration-water-sommelier\/\">deplete electrolytes<\/a>, minerals that balance the water in your body, move nutrients into cells, and move waste out of cells\u2014basically, they help the water you drink actually keep your body hydrated. This can cause fogginess, fatigue, headache, dry mouth, and excessive thirst, too.<\/p>\n<h3>Increase your electrolyte intake<\/h3>\n<p>As you\u2019re losing both water and electrolytes when you sweat or pee, you should be sure to replenish both of these elements, according to Dr. Wilson-Manigat.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/foods-high-in-electrolytes\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/foods-high-in-electrolytes\/\">Examples of high-electrolyte foods<\/a> include melons, sweet potatoes, pickles, leafy greens, and avocados, to start.<\/p>\n<p>Dr. Manigat recommends <a href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/leafgroup_ca5e0_wellgood?q=https%3A%2F%2Fcurehydration.pxf.io%2Fc%2F2372336%2F913124%2F12501%3FsubId1%3DSTMSFD-1101107%26u%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.curehydration.com&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fcan-menopause-cause-dehydration%2F&amp;event_type=click\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.curehydration.com\" data-type=\"affiliateLink\" data-aff-intermediate=\"https:\/\/curehydration.pxf.io\/c\/2372336\/913124\/12501?subId1=STMSFD-1101107&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.curehydration.com\">Cure<\/a>, a hydrating electrolyte drink mix that replenishes potassium and sodium with natural ingredients (and just tastes better than regular water). She encourages at least a serving a day, increasing that frequency if needed until symptoms decrease or resolve.<\/p>\n<p>Furthermore, lots of different fruits, such as lemons, melons, and limes, are great additions when you\u2019re looking to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/homemade-electrolyte-drink-recipes\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/homemade-electrolyte-drink-recipes\/\">make a homemade electrolyte drink<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>Eat more fruits and veggies<\/h3>\n<p>\u201cWhile you may not have the desire to drink water because of decreased thirst, you may be able to compensate for some fluid losses with fruits and vegetables with higher water content,\u201d Dr. Miller says. Examples of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/hydrating-foods\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/hydrating-foods\/\">hydrating foods<\/a> include watermelon, cucumber, lettuce, tomatoes, strawberries, peaches, cantaloupe, and oranges.<\/p>\n<h3>Limit caffeine and alcohol<\/h3>\n<p>This tip is no fun, I know, but it\u2019s one to consider. \u201cBoth have diuretic properties that can cause more fluid losses,\u201d Dr. Miller says. She encourages drinking water instead.<\/p>\n<h2>Final takeaways<\/h2>\n<p>While menopause can play a role in dehydration, it\u2019s not necessarily the <em>biggest <\/em>contributor. \u201cIt\u2019s crucial to recognize that dehydration can result from a combination of factors, and menopause may exacerbate risks that already exist,\u201d Dr. Green says.<\/p>\n<p>So do what you can: Drink water and electrolyte beverages, add fruits and veggies to your diet, and avoid dehydrating drinks (aka coffee\/soda\/alcohol) as much as you can and are willing.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, knowing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/stages-of-dehydration\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/stages-of-dehydration\/\">what stage of dehydration<\/a> your body is in based on your symptoms can help you gauge how long it\u2019ll take for your body to bounce back. 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