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Is it advisable to drink 8 litres of water per day.if so what are the benifits?
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NO- too much!: Experts advise drinking 1/2 -1 ounce of water per pound of weight each day (or 1-2 ounces per kg). Thus 8 litres would only be appropriate if you weigh at least 264 lbs (120 kg).You need to be at the higher end of this range if more active or in a hot environment.More may be harmful.See http://www.Webmd.Com/diet/features/water-for-weight-loss-diet for more on the hazards of too much see comment:.
Answered 4/20/2015
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