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Please advise if it's bad for my health drinking 5 litres of water?

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Dr. Axel Martinez-Irizarry answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

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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