Doctor Olga Frolova: drinking water is not always beneficial.
Doctor Frolova noted in an interview that about drinking water There are many misconceptions and myths.
“For example, it is believed that each person needs to drink 6-8 glasses of clean water a day. In fact, this is a common myth, ”the doctor gave an example.
The specialist stated that an adult needs water in the amount of 30 ml per kilogram of body weight. The body's need for water increases if there is heavy sweating and there are factors that contribute to the active loss of body moisture (heat, illness, increased physical activity).
“It is also necessary to drink more if you have diarrhea, constipation or heat stroke.”< br>However, there are circumstances when drinking a lot of water is not necessary at all – moreover, it is recommended to reduce the amount of fluid consumed.
“In some kidney diseases or heart failure, excess water can increase the load on the organs and worsen the general condition,” Olga Frolova emphasized.
In an interview with Gazeta.Ru, the doctor also mentioned another myth that claims that to satisfy only pure water is suitable for thirst.
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“In fact, tea, other drinks and even food are also considered sources of water,” the expert postulated.
According to the socialist, under normal conditions, you should drink water based on your own feelings. You don’t need to drink water if you don’t feel like it at all – additional portions of liquid consumed “because it’s necessary” unnecessarily thin the blood, provoke an electrolyte deficiency in cells.
Also, the doctor advised not to use sweets as a source of liquid drinks, alcohol, energy drinks, pickles – this is fraught for the body with an overdose of sugar and salt.
The doctor told who is useful and harmful to drink water with lemon eat white rice less often.
Important! Information provided for reference only. Ask a specialist about contraindications and side effects and under no circumstances self-medicate. Seek medical attention at the first sign of illness.
Olga Frolova healthy lifestyle therapist