Insufficient Hydration Leads to Poorer Sleep Quality in Young Adults
Dehydration from insufficient fluid intake, particularly less than 1500 mL daily, is associated with poorer sleep quality, more sleep disturbances, and reduced sleep efficiency in college students.
- Daily intake below 1500 mL correlates with elevated PSQI scores indicating poor sleep.
- Dehydrated college students report more frequent interruptions during nightly rest.
| Metric | Scientific Observation | Impact Magnitude | Source | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| <1500 mL/day | PSQI score >5 | Significantly associated with poor sleep | Chunlei Zhou et al. (2023), Nutrients | ||
| <1500 mL/day | Increased sleep disturbances | Higher reported incidence | Chunlei Zhou et al. (2023), Nutrients | ||
| >1500 mL/day | Improved sleep duration and efficiency | Supports better rest | Chunlei Zhou et al. (2023), Nutrients |