NASA rehydration technology has "the right stuff" for astronauts and athletes
Monday, February 3, 2014 - 08:30
in Astronomy & Space
How is living in space like playing in the Super Bowl? Both involve circumstances that cause the body to involuntarily lose water. Astronauts and athletes with low body water can suffer physical performance impairments and can develop symptoms such as headaches, fatigue, muscle cramps, light headedness, disorientation and, in severe cases, loss of consciousness. With crew members living and working now and for years to come aboard the International Space Station, this is a real concern.