Thirst mechanism

We all feel thirsty. Why does this happen? It is a signal from the body telling you that your body fluid is not well-balanced. Desire to drink is generated from your brain in order to prevent problems induced by body fluid imbalance.

Two mechanisms that make you thirsty.

You become thirsty:

  1. When you lose body fluid.
  2. When there is an increase in your body fluid thickness.
The Mechanism of Thirst chart
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