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Kidney disease: To keep the kidneys healthy, it is often said that one should drink more water, so that the toxins can be removed from the body and the kidneys remain healthy. Many people believe that drinking more water is good. There are some people who are found drinking more water than required. But is it advisable to drink more water?
According to a news website, the human body is mostly made of water. About 60 percent of our body is made up of water. We need it in various works. This water helps in removing toxins from the body organs. Transports nutrients to various cells. Lubricates joints and also helps in digesting food. If you do not drink enough water, dehydration may occur. Drinking water wisely and in sufficient quantities helps keep kidneys healthy. Drinking too much water can lead to overhydration and water intoxication.
What happens if you drink too much water?
Drinking too much water can cause intoxication and impair brain functioning. This happens when excess water accumulates in the body's cells (including brain cells), causing them to swell. When brain cells swell, the pressure on the brain increases. This may cause you to experience symptoms like confusion, headache and drowsiness.
Symptoms of drinking too much water
- change in urine color
- have to go to the bathroom frequently
- drink water even if you are not thirsty
- feeling of nausea or vomiting
How much water should you drink a day?
How much water to drink per day depends on the type of activity you do on a daily basis. Everyone's water needs are different. How much water you need can be determined on these 4 grounds.
- physical activity level
- climate
- body weight
- Caste
Depending on these factors a person should drink 2 to 3 liters of water daily.