Dehydration?

[Jennifer616 48]

Can anyone tell me the signs and symptoms of being dehydrated. I'm sure I am bc some days I don't drink any Water. It's hard. Due to the hunger hormone being gone I do not think about or want food. It's really hard. I can't even force myself to Do it even though I know I have too. I have a horrible dry mouth over night especially when I wake up its a freaking desert inside my mouth!!

[doreyrae 20]

I feel the same way. I just can't get it together to drink my Water, get my Protein, take Vitamins and eat. This is harder than I thought. I don't regret it due to weight loss but I have my moments where I wonder if I can do this. I am 5 weeks out and its not getting easier. Good luck.

[alaina25 9]

You are going to feel like crap if you don't keep yourself hydrated and it could put you back in the hospital. I found drinking Gatorade helped because it had the necessary electrolytes and potassium needed. Also sugar free Popsicles. DON'T get dehydrated!!!! I felt better right away after I started drinking Gatorade.

[magpie30 187]

the biggest sign will be that your urine will be very dark in color. Don't mess with getting dehydrated, it's not fun and as others have said can put you can put you back in the hospital. It will also slow your healing process. You just have to force yourself to sip Water all day. I've also gotten some of the Mio drops to flavor the water, and Kool Aid has come out with some as well, 0 calories, but it tastes great and really helps get the water down when you don't think you can stand another drop of just plain water. I know it's hard with no appetite or real desire for food and drink but you have to make yourself do it. You did this surgery for your health, now you have to make yourself eat for your health. Stay strong and hang in there!

[Jennifer616 48]

Thanks guys!! I'm 8 weeks out tomorrow. I love Water. That's not my problem!!! Just can't get it in without a desire but I'm going to be sipping all day today!!

[JerseyGirl68 1,172]

Good Jennifer, you do not want to mess with dehydration.

Good luck!