Aging and thirst: new study explores why seniors struggle with hydration
NCT ID NCT06930300
First seen Oct 31, 2025 · Last updated May 24, 2026 · Updated 26 times
Summary
This study looked at how healthy aging changes the body's ability to manage water levels. Researchers measured a substance called copeptin in 32 healthy adults—both older (60+) and younger (18-30)—after giving them salty water or plain water. The goal was to understand why older people are more prone to dehydration or water imbalance.
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University Hospital Basel
Basel, Canton of Basel-City, 4031, Switzerland
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