Ahh, good old H2O—the elixir of life. I remember watching the show Survivorman religiously when I was younger, in which a cameraman and survivalist expert Les Stroud set up cameras all over the world ...

It's always important to stay hydrated. After all, more than half of the human body is made of water. Drinking water keeps you from becoming thirsty and can help cool you off on a hot day. But staying ...

We all know that proper hydration is important for our health. But if you're dehydrated, how does that affect your blood ...

Dehydration can sometimes cause low blood pressure that can lead to fainting, but not drinking enough water also can result in high blood pressure if you’re not careful. High blood pressure is when ...

Between hectic days and a to-do list a mile long, it's all too easy to let something seemingly minor like remembering to refill your water bottle slip to the back of your mind. But it turns out even ...

Have you ever felt lethargic, dizzy, or experienced headaches for no apparent reason? If so, you may be experiencing dehydration, a condition where your body lacks the necessary amount of fluids to ...

You’ve probably heard your fair share of dehydration facts (“eight glasses a day,” anyone?). But do you really know how dehydration shows up in your day-to-day? The truth is, dehydration is more ...

Sara Moniuszko is a health and lifestyle reporter at CBSNews.com. Previously, she wrote for USA Today, where she was selected to help launch the newspaper's wellness vertical. She now covers breaking ...

Thick saliva can result from dehydration or breathing through the mouth. However, it can also indicate a more serious condition, such as Sjögren disease or cystic fibrosis. Finally, several ...