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Heat stress is an illness that can be caused by exposure to extreme heat. It occurs when the body is unable to maintain a healthy ​temperature in response to a hot environment. Workers who are constantly exposed to high temperatures or an otherwise hot environment ​may be at risk for developing heat stress

1. Dehydration ( Low Body Water)
Excessive Thirst
Dry Mouth & thick Saliva
Headache
Nausea
Vomiting
Scanty Dark Urine
Hypotension
Giddiness
Fainting (Heat Syncope)

2. Hyponatremia (Low Sodium in Blood)
Hyponatremia is a critical ​condition and needs urgent & ​immediate correction of ​Sodium levels in the body. Sodium is the major electrolyte ​lost in sweat, no additional ​reserves of Sodium in the body. Electrolytes improves the ​rates of Hydration, corrects ​the symptoms due to ​Hyponatremia improves ​safety & productivity at work ​place.
Muscle Cramps
Lack of Concentration
Irritability
Fatigue & Drowsiness
Mental Confusion
Disorientation
Seizures
Cardiac failure
Coma
Death

Drinking Plain Water without replenishing electrolytes dilutes the blood further with respect to ​sodium concentration