Too Much Water

Drinking enough water to keep your body hydrated is essential for health, but too much can make you sick if your body can’t process all the fluid. Here’s a quick guide to know you’re drinking the right amount: • You’re drinking enough water if your urine is light-colored and you rarely feel thirsty – doctors say you should expel about 6.3 or more cups per day. • If you’re exercising, try to drink before and during exertion so you don’t drink too much at once. Too much fluid too quickly can deplete your body’s salt levels. A sports drink with electrolytes can help replenish the lost salts, but the real danger is too much water. Drink only when you feel thirsty. • More than one liter of water an hour is too much for most people. You can buy a liter water bottle and keep that with you during the day to better monitor your water intake.