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If i went on a water fast diet what whould happen to my body and whould it be dangerous? ps. i'm not really going to do the water fast.
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Depends: How long you fast for and how hydrated you remain. Brief fasting may be healthy provided adequate hydration and safety precautions are in place
Answered 12/24/2014
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