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Please advise if it's bad for my health drinking 5 litres of water?
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No.: Low sodium could occur if you drink too much water. You can check with your doctor if you feel weak or have any symptoms, but it usually requires a larger amount than 5 liters a day to affect your electrolyte balance.
Answered 6/27/2014
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