Water Drinking Benefits: We all have been hearing since childhood that drinking water is healthy, often we have heard that we should drink as much water as possible, but do you know how much water is right to consume? Yes, because excessive consumption of water can be harmful for health. So let’s know from Dr. Amit Miglani, Director and HOD of Gastroenterology Department at Faridabad, AIIMS, how much water should we drink daily? When should we drink and how much water can be harmful for the body?

According to the doctor, about 60 percent of every human body is made up of water. Due to water, blood flow in the body remains proper, digestion is good and dirt is removed from the body. When the water in the body decreases, problems like fatigue, headache, dizziness and constipation start. Therefore, it is important to drink the right amount of water every day.

How many liters of water is right to drink in a day?

One should drink two and a half to three liters of water in a day. If you sweat a lot, such as when you do strenuous work or stay in the sun, then this amount can increase to three to four liters.

Harmful effects of drinking excess water

If you drink 7-8 liters of water, it can be harmful for the body. This dilutes the minerals (such as sodium) present in the body. This can affect the brain, heart and kidneys. This is also called “water toxicity”. Its symptoms include confusion, dizziness, fainting and sometimes it can be life-threatening.

benefits of drinking water

If you drink the right amount of water, then there is no shortage of water in the body and you can avoid “dehydration”. Consuming the right amount of water is helpful in keeping the skin healthy.