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A member asked:
Was very busy and realized i hadn't drank any liquids for almost 2 days other than a few sips water. could any dehydration start at that point?
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Doubt it: A person's drive to stay hydrated is satisfied with consumption of both water or direct fluids and fluid containing foods.Peaches/pears/applesauce and similar material are 95% water.Vegetables are 60%. You could actually go through life and never drink water and still remain hydrated. If you are urinating every 6-8 hours or more you are likely in good balance.Less than every 12, maybe a little dry.
Answered 4/5/2017
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