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Up to how many glasses of water can a woman drink to try to relieve constipation?
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Three Liters: There is a three liter over one hour recommendation that is common for simple constipation. Drink three liters of water over one to two hours and see how your bowels move.
Answered 9/5/2014
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A lot: While there is really no good scientific back-up for the recommendation of "8 glasses a day", certainly that much wouldn't harm you, & 64 ounces a day is actually not a bad guideline. A healthy kidney and heart can handle about a liter (33 ounces) per hour, so I don't think you are in any danger of over-doing it. Many find warm to hot water can help move bowels along with dietary fiber & exercise
Answered 9/5/2014
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