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Im 16, 62kg and 160cm, what will happen if i water fast for 30 days? i do fast quite often and im used to it but i need to know how much damage it can do to my heart and if death is possible?

Q: im 16, 62kg and 160cm, what will happen if i water fast for 30 days? i do fast quite often and im used to it but i need to know how much damage it can do to my heart and if death is possible?

: Nobody will survive without water for 30 days. It is unwise to limit water intake unless you have a condition which requires such restriction.

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

Nobody will survive without water for 30 days. It is unwise to limit water intake unless you have a condition which requires such restriction.

Answered 6/9/2022

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Dr. Mark Owolabi answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

While short fasts can be helpful medical tools in the right context, it is not a good idea to take on a fast of this length without medical supervision. I seriously advise that you avoid this.

Answered 6/9/2022

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A member asked:

Im 16, 62kg and 160cm, what will happen if i water fast for 30 days? i do fast quite often and im used to it but i need to know how much damage it can do to my heart and if death is possible?

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