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Can you drink too much water?

For all those concerned about the possibility of drinking too much water: “The kidneys of a healthy adult can process fifteen liters of water a day!"  You are unlikely to suffer from water intoxication, even if you drink a lot of water, as long as you drink over time as opposed to intaking an enormous volume at one time. As a general guideline, most adults need about three quarts of fluid each day. Much of that water comes from food, so 8-12 eight ounce glasses a day is a common recommended intake. You may need more water if the weather...