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Why is it important to drink so much water every day? i started drinking more water recently but i don't feel any different except that now i have to go to the bathroom more.

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Dr. Zachary Veres answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Wayer: Water is good for all your organs, it aides in weight loss etc. you may not see that it's helping but it is good for you. Keep drinking lots of water

Answered 3/5/2015

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