Why is it hard to focus when I'm hungry? The science behind the 'hangry' feeling
                                
                                
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                                Research has shown that even mild dehydration, a condition often mistaken for hunger, can impair cognitive performance and affect attention, memory, and decision-making. This highlights how intricately our bodily needs are tied to our mental clarity, and why hunger's impact goes far beyond just a growling stomach.