Water intake, hydration status and cognitive functions in older adults - a pilot study.
Journal:
European journal of nutrition
PMID:
40343541
Abstract
PURPOSE: This study aimed to assess the relationship between the hydration status and cognitive functioning of older adults. The novelty of the study was the simultaneous use of several indicators of hydration status, including plasma and urine osmolality, specific gravity and urine color, as well as the assessment of total body water content from body composition measurements, together with comprehensive cognitive assessment.