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A member asked:

I've heard both that water slows down and that it speeds up the digestive process. which one is true?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Water: Water ususally speeds up the digestive process.

Dr Fowler and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 4/17/2014

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