cristo said:This just sounds like common sense to me drinking "when you're not thirsty, in a mechanical way" is clearly not healthy! Anything, if taken in excess, is bad for you.
Fearless said:But what is to much? How much does the average person drink? Anything beyond 2-3 liters per day is probably somewhat moronic.
Daniel Y. said:I don't think one should put a number on how much water you should drink. Your body let's you know when you need water - it's called being thirsty.
Homicide investigators in Sacramento County, Calif., are now involved in the death of a woman who competed in a radio station contest last week.
A medical examiner said the woman died of water intoxication. The show's DJs called the contest "Hold your Wee for a Wii."
brewnog said:Actually, thirst is a pretty poor indicator of when to drink. If you become thirsty, you've already become dehydrated to some extent. If you're in a situation where you're likely to lose fluids more than normal (exercise, hot weather, exposure) you should drink before you get thirsty. You're far more likely to cause yourself harm by dehydration than from water intoxication. Drink lots of water by all means; just not all at once!
Evo said:Drinking too much water causes a condition called hyponatremia, it is very serious and can kill you. This isn't a joking matter.
Here is information on it.
http://chemistry.about.com/cs/5/f/blwaterintox.htm
The kidneys of a healthy adult can process fifteen liters of water a day! You are unlikely to suffer from water intoxication, even if you drink a lot of water, as long as you drink over time as opposed to intaking an enormous volume at one time.
Too much water can lead to a condition called water intoxication, where the electrolyte balance in the body is disrupted. This can cause symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, headaches, and in severe cases, seizures and even death.
The amount of water that is considered "too much" varies depending on factors such as age, weight, and activity level. As a general guideline, drinking more than 2-3 liters of water in a short period of time can be harmful.
Yes, ironically, drinking too much water can lead to dehydration. When the body has too much water, it tries to balance out the electrolyte levels by excreting excess water through urine. This can result in dehydration and symptoms such as thirst, dry mouth, and fatigue.
Chronic excessive water intake can put strain on the kidneys and other organs, leading to potential health problems such as kidney damage, high blood pressure, and heart problems.
Yes, it is possible to die from drinking too much water. In severe cases of water intoxication, the body's electrolyte balance can become so disrupted that it can lead to brain swelling, coma, and even death.