Drink Water - The Dangers of Dehydration (Part II)

by Andreas Moritz

THE STRESS RESPONSE

When dehydrated, the body has to put up the fight of a lifetime -- similar to the one experienced during a famine or a “fight or flight” situation. It responds to such a crisis by mobilizing several powerful hormones, including adrenalin, endorphins, cortisone, prolactin, vasopressin, and Renin-Angiotensin (RA). Endorphins, for example, help us to withstand pain and stress and allow the body to continue most of its activities. Cortisone orders the mobilization of stored energies and essential raw materials to supply the body with energy and basic nutrients during the crisis. Read More in Part 2 ….