Afghanistan, Aug. 24 -- A new study shows that drinking less than 1.5 liters of water daily raises cortisol levels, worsening stress response and increasing long-term health risks.
A recent study has revealed that people who drink less than 1.5 liters of water daily may produce significantly higher levels of cortisol, the hormone linked to stress. The findings, published in Applied Psychology, indicate that chronic dehydration can intensify the body's response to stressful situations.
Researchers at Liverpool John Moores University monitored two groups of young adults over one week: one consuming below 1.5 liters of fluids per day, and another meeting recommended hydration levels. Both groups were then exposed to stress tests, including p...