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Not drinking enough water causes greater biological response to stress – study

The study looked at the effects of hydration on stress hormones (Alamy/PA) -

People who do not drink enough water have a stronger biological response to stress, according to a study.

Researchers found those who habitually drink less release greater levels of the stress hormone cortisol, despite not feeling any thirstier than people who drink more.

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