You can drink too much water

Question

It has been found that drinking "too much" water can actually be just as bad for you or arguably even worse than being dehydrated. Drinking too much water can cause Headaches, Nausea and vommiting, Muscle cramps, and brain fog.Drinking too much water unbalances the kidney and overwhelms to natural process the kidney functions. The sodium content in the human body also needs to be regulated and drinking too much water messes up the amount of sodium within the human body.

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I believe that excessive water intake is bad, but maybe include any studies that show why. It also varies depending on people’s water intake and how much they are able to drink.

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Yes this claim is true. Water in excess amounts can be deadly according to plenty government websites. There have also been people who have died from drinking too much water, this term is called water poising, according to many reputable news sources.

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Your fact-check is correct although this article does not prove or backup the statement that too much water can be worse than dehydration. I do not think there have been enough studies done to be able to prove this. Maybe you could’ve provided a link to an article that backups that claim.

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I agree with this fact-check, I feel like if you intake too much of anything, it could be bad for you. When too much water is consumed, the kidneys struggle to excrete the excess, causing an imbalance in sodium levels. In severe cases, extreme water intake can cause swelling in the brain, which can be life-threatening. Therefore, while hydration is crucial, excessive water consumption can be just as harmful as dehydration.

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I agree with this fact-check because I believe that consuming too much of anything may be harmful to your health.  The kidneys have a hard time eliminating too much water, which leads to an imbalance in salt levels.  Extreme water consumption in extreme situations might result in potentially fatal brain edema.  Drinking too much water can thus be just as dangerous as dehydration, even if being hydrated is essential.

Answer 1

This is true. Overhydration occurs when "Your body’s water volume becomes too large for your kidneys to excrete," which can lead to the body's electrolytes such as sodium to become too diluted. This usually occurs in athletes who drink too much water before or after an event, or in people with certain medial problems or who take medications that make them extremely thirsty.

https://www.healthline.com/health/overhydration#causes

Comments

Great point! It's important to recognize that overhydration, especially in athletes or people with certain medical conditions, can be just as dangerous as dehydration. Finding the right balance is key to drinking water when thirsty and ensuring electrolytes are properly replenished, particularly during intense physical activity, is essential for maintaining health. Amazing atricle pick really backs up your point

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I really appreciate your fact check. You were clear and concise, while also providing additional details to back up the claim. I liked your example of athletes. This allowed me as the reader to better understand your claim, and create a connection to claim. This was easy to follow and reliable. Great job!

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great concise fact check with solid specific examples. I do think you could have used a more scientific source, a really good place to look is the google scholars page to specify your question, great fact check!

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This is a very good fact check that is very straight forward and to the point. I like how you provided specific examples in order to back up your information. I also like how an additional article is given in order to back up the information. One thing that I would say in order to improve this fact check is to maybe go in a bit more detail and provide more information.

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I appreciate this factcheck! It is concise and provides evidence as to why the original article is true. Maybe for your next factcheck go into more detail as to why the original article is true instead of just quoting another article. Overall, good job!

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I appreciate that you linked the article, it appears to be from a trusted source and provides a lot to your response.

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I like how you provided good information. It shows that the article is true and the other article you provided had very good information on the topic.

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This is a great answer and response to the original claim! It’s also great that you included the evidence in your short statement. This is helpful for readers to be able to find support in the claim right away.

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Thanks for fatchecking and saying that the article is correct and including the definition and science behind the term so it can be clear to everyone reading.

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this was a great FactCheck. Accurately addresses the issues presented and breaks down the claims in the initial post. Very concise and has good evidence to back up the claim.

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You raise some excellent points regarding the potential dangers of excessive water consumption. Many individuals often believe that drinking large quantities of water is universally beneficial for health. However, it's crucial to emphasize the importance of finding a balance. Overhydration can lead to a condition known as hyponatremia, where the sodium levels in the body become dangerously low, causing symptoms like headaches, nausea, and even more severe health issues. Understanding the body's individual hydration needs is vital. It's essential to educate ourselves on these nuances rather than adhering strictly to the notion that more water is always better.

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I am a track and field runner and I can relate to this a lot. I had a teammate in high school who always wanted to be sure she was hydrated for practice but she drank too much water a few times and her stomach acid diluted. It gave her cramps, indigestion and heartburn.

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I think your answer is really good. You gave good examples of the types of people this could happen too. you used correct terminology. I think that you included a link. very helpful

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This is a great source which provides an author and information on how the article was reviewed which I believe enhances the credibility of the article significantly. It shows that it was medically reviewed by several doctors. Even though it is a .com website, which typically are less credible, the information in the article is backed up by several other reliable sources.

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This was a good factcheck, I think that you did a good job crosschecking with a reliable source to make sure that the claim was correct.

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Great answer! I think the source you provided is a very legit website. I think if you found another source and quoted more evidence in your answer it would help out. I also like how you gave an example of a scenario where people drink too much water. I have had times when I went for a run and I drank too much water beforehand and I started getting cramps. Overall, I think you had great evidence that directly answered the question.

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This was a really great fact check, I like that it is very clear and concise. I do think that possibly looking into more sources to back up the claims of this one would be beneficial since I'm not 100% sure of the reliability of Healthline, as in Chapman University's "Quality Evaluation of Consumer Health Information Websites Found on Google Using DISCERN, CRAAP, and HONcode" it ranked below websites like WebMD, Mayo Clinic, and MedlinePlus.
(That doesn't completely discredit it as a whole by any means; it just may be worthwhile to look into other sources.)

( https://digitalcommons.chapman.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1032&context=librarian_articles )

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This is a solid fact check! It's clear, easy to digest, and very straight-forward. However, while this claim is true (and widely known to be so), I would recommend referring to more than one source to back up your claim, as this leads to a much more effective argument/rebuttal, especially with a source like this having the potential to not be reputable.

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This is a solid fact check as it is concise and easy to understand. Additionally, you provided a source to back your claim. However, a way to bolster your claim could be by finding even more sources that are diverse.

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This is a great factcheck. Great job on going out of your way to find an article that accurately supports this claim. I believe its also important to note that the amount of water someone can intact before it can be damaging is different from person to person.

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This is a good fact check due to the fact that it has a clear claim and a reliable source. I also agree drinking too much water causes over-hydration which is bad for you.

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This is great fact check! It's written well, the flow of it makes it easy to understand the point your making. The source you provided is strong, and helps backup your fact check. I fully agree that drinking too much water can be dangerous

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This factcheck is excellent. Well done for making the extra effort to locate an article that substantiates this assertion. It's also crucial, in my opinion, to remember that each individual has a distinct threshold for how much water they can handle before it becomes harmful.

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This is a great fact-check! Great job going out of your way to find an article that accurately supports this claim. I also think it’s important to note that the amount of water a person can consume before it becomes harmful varies from individual to individual.

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This is a good factcheck, I think you could provide a little more detail or explanation from the article, but overall the article was a very good and trustworthy source regardless. I think it would also be beneficial to add that the amount of water intake varies from each and every person, since this argument is important to understanding it would take a high amount of water intake to reach a worrying level.

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This fact check is good and reliable in regards to drinking "too much water" and how it can be harmful. The inclusion of how the body responds when one drinks too much water and what demographic of people tend to experience this is insightful. To strengthen your fact check I think you should include a more credible article like the one attached. The Cleveland Clinic states this could pose to be fatal in the most extreme cases similar to dehydration. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/water-intoxication

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This is a good fact check, but quite short. Other sources to back your claim should be provided and further explained. Also, I'm unsure if it's just my device, but your provided article from Health Line leads to a not found error, it is best to provide a secondary source to help back this claim in case of something like this happening.

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I didn't know I could drink too much water! lol

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This is a good fact check because you say a reason that overhydration is bad, and gave several examples to prove this point along with the source.

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This is a decent fact-check. It is good you noted who this happens to as it is not a common occurrence, however, your claim could be supported by slightly more evidence. Along with this, it would make for stronger support if you used a more credible source.

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I like how this shows how overhydration occurs, and the side effects from overhydration. You also state who is mostly affected by overhydration being athletes and people on medication that make them extremely thirsty.

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I like this fact-check! Your source from Healthline is very credible and reliable. I can definitely relate to the athlete part of this, which is drinking too much water before an event. I have felt nauseas during games for no reason but now I know that I could have been overhydrating. You could possibly add one more source to better your fact check.

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I like that you very clearly summarized the health effects and an example. I think adding another source that isn't commercially funded would be good also!

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I like how you connected your claim to your source. A good fact check

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I appreciate how you actually explained the processes in your body that contribute to overhydration, and the people that are the most susceptible to this. The source was very credible, and the way you condensed the information to make it very easy and accessible was great

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I thought you did a good job explaining what overhydration is and who it mainly affects. I also liked how you mentioned that it isn't super common and tends to happen mostly to athletes or people with certain medical conditions. Your source from Heathline seems credible and provides a strong explanation. I think adding one or two more sources to back it up further would give you more credibility but overall this is a clear and informative fact-check.

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I agree that over hydration is real and can definitely be dangerous, especially for athletes or people with certain medical conditions. You explained that really clearly. At the same time, I think it's good to point out that for most people, drinking too much water isn't something they need to stress about. If anything, a lot of people don't drink enough. It usually takes a pretty extreme amount in a short time for it to become harmful. Still, great reminder that even with water, balance matters.

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I agree with you overall that over hydration is not good for someone, however in your post I think you could have used more sources specifically sources like the CDC, college medical journals and more to solidify your claim. Otherwise I think you did a good job, but more explanation could help make your claim stronger!

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I agree with your statement of you can drink too much water. Over hydration can be extremeley bad for you, and in the study from Bustle, it fact checks your point. Over hydration can lead to your body's electrolytes becoming out of balance. When this happens, your body reacting to the amount of electrolytes can become unhealthy and harm your nervous system. This is due to your body experiencing water retention, which can cause brain fog, muscle cramps, and headaches. There can also be even more harmful effects including water intoxication.
https://www.bustle.com/wellness/can-you-drink-too-much-water?utm_source=google&utm_medium=h5d&utm_campaign=h_bu_00070&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23013150464&gbraid=0AAAAAqxUEyXg6wYjjhUBXbTDeprfHRVxV&gclid=CjwKCAjwx-zHBhBhEiwA7Kjq6ykDMpWqQiNN4LYzqYwGHvZvRXMEOXH-B3AYhadG-T6VAUrOlsfnSBoCmQYQAvD_BwE

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While the “eight glasses a day” rule is a simple guideline, individual water needs vary based on factors such as activity level, climate, health conditions, and diet. The U.S. National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine recommend about 15.5 cups (3.7 liters) of fluids per day for men and 11.5 cups (2.7 liters) for women, including fluids from both beverages and food. Most healthy adults can stay hydrated by drinking when thirsty, and water is not the only source of fluids—other drinks and high-water foods (like fruits and vegetables) also contribute. Drinking too much water, though rare, can lead to hyponatremia.
Source(s):
Mayo Clinic Staff, Water: How much should you drink every day?

Answer 2

The claim states that it is possible to drink too much water. After further review of the article provided and other resources I have concluded that this claim is true. The provided source states “Drinking excessive amounts of water can overwhelm your kidneys and dilute the sodium content of your blood. The condition is sometimes called water intoxication or hyponatremia”. This source did a good job of explaining why people might drink too much water and what goes on inside someone's body who does drink too much water. The next source I found comes from mayo clinic. This article talks about why drinking water is good and how to stay hydrated. One thing I liked from the second source was how it mentioned that “Drinking too much water is rarely a problem for healthy, well-nourished adults.” Overall the claim is true, even though it’s not a very common occurrence. 

https://www.uhhospitals.org/blog/articles/2024/01/can-you-drink-too-much-water

https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/water/art-20044256#:~:text=When%20you%20drink%20too%20much,it%20can%20be%20life%2Dthreatening.

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You did a great job on fact checking this claim. The sources provided are good and reliable and you had a good, detailed analysis. You also used multiple sources to find information. Great job on this and great specifics.

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Hi, This is a really good factcheck. I liked how you had evidence from a reputable source and that you included the link to it as well. I also liked how you directly quoted the article but also found a quote that you liked and added to the points you were making. Overall this is a great factcheck!

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This is a great fact check, and you even used a reputable source. The Mayo Clinic's article on the matter does great at explaining how hydration works generally and stating that it also varies from person to person, and also provides examples of how much water, or foods and liquids that contain water, that a person should intake.

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This answer does a great job of addressing the claim and supporting it with credible sources. You effectively highlight the key points from the article provided, especially the explanation about how excessive water intake can lead to water intoxication or hyponatremia. I also like that you brought in the Mayo Clinic source as a view, it really emphasized that overhydration is rare for healthy adults. Your response is very clear, and well-supported by facts from reputable sources. Overall good work!

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I enjoy that in this fact check you answer with a straightforward answer and with factual information to back up your claim, as well as your source being very reliable and not at all bias or "for the headlines". Quoting the source but also adding in your own explanation and how it relates to your findings is also very helpful, overall amazing work!

Answer 3

It is possible to consume too much water, according to the claim.  According to” “https://www.healthline.com/health/overhydration#causes”, over hydration happens when "Your body’s water volume becomes too large for your kidneys to excrete," which can cause the body’s electrolytes, including sodium, to become overly diluted. Athletes who consume excessive amounts of water prior to or following an event typically experience this. Excessive water consumption throws the kidneys out of balance and interferes with their normal processes. Additionally, the human body has to manage its sodium content, and excessive water consumption alters this balance.

https://www.uhhospitals.org/blog/articles/2024/01/can-you-drink-too-much-water

Comments

While the claim is true and you do a great job further explaining why it is true, there are a couple things you could do to better your fact checking. For one you could look into the reliability of the articles. What makes the article you cited specifically reliable? While the overarching claim is true, are the specific quotes and details they state true? For instance, the article you cite recommends drinking 78-100 oz of water a day. Where does this statistic come from? Health professionals? You could look at other trusted articles to corroborate this fact.

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Although your claim is correct, this response could have been stronger with a little more detail and a more reliable source set. I think it might be helpful to look into more health professional guided websites rather than something where non-professionals can give information.  It also might be helpful to have these questions aid in a response to add more detail: What information did your source add to the claim to make more concrete evidence? What differed from the original claim? Can I find mutiple sources to back up this reasoning, or is only one source getting to this conclusion?

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I agree with your statement, I wish that you found more sources to also back up your claim. I think that would further solidify your statement and can help find other angles to back up the claim. Despite the source being the only one, there is potential that it could be wrong. So, I think for the future finding other credible resources that could further supplement the claim would help.

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I agree with the claim, "You can drink too much water." The statement that drinking water causes headaches, nausea, vomiting, brain fog, and muscle cramps, is correct. According to an article I found by Cleveland Clinic, they highlight that "Water intoxication is a condition in which there’s too much water in your body, and it affects your body’s cells. Mild symptoms include nausea, vomiting and bloating. Severe symptoms may include confusion, seizure and coma. It can also be fatal." Excessive water causes chemical imbalances that your body cannot clear naturally. After researching the Healthline article presented, I found the direct quote that was provided. "Your body’s water volume becomes too large for your kidneys to excrete." Healthline is a reliable news outlet, therefore the statements regarding the article are correct and accurate. Another quote by the Healthline article states, "Drinking too many fluids can cause water toxicity by diluting your body’s sodium and other electrolytes, which may cause your cells to swell, including the cells in your brain. This is a life-threatening condition." The outcome of overhydration can severely affect a person's life, even causing permanent damage to the body. There are numerous symptoms and side effects to look out for. Overall, the article provided was trustworthy. To further my research on the argument, I found an article by Mayo clinic that provides a good explanation on what happens to the body when water is overconsumed. "When you drink too much water, your kidneys can't get rid of the excess water. The sodium content of your blood becomes diluted. This is called hyponatremia, and it can be life-threatening." The Mayo Clinic is a research-based website that provides credible evidence from multiple other sources. The evidence I provided proves the claim to be correct.

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/water-intoxication
https://www.healthline.com/health/overhydration#how-much-to-drink
https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/water/art-20044256#:~:text=When%20you%20drink%20too%20much,it%20can%20be%20life%2Dthreatening

Answer 4

This claim is correct according to various reputable sources online, that support that claim that your body and kidneys can process about 1 liter of water a hour. So anything above that is risky and some people including athletes and people who suffer from kidney/liver disease are at risk for over hydration. Supported by the article "Water: How much should you drink every day?" by Mayo Clinic, "When you drink too much water, your kidneys can't get rid of the excess water. The sodium content of your blood becomes diluted. This is called hyponatremia and it can be life-threatening." Highlighting the risks of drinking water too much and too fast. As well as that water is healthy, but like eveything in moderation. Proving the claim to be correct and sourced reputably.

Comments

You did well with your fact check by proving why the original claim that drinking too much water can be risky is true and you backed it with providing another source to help support your claim.

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I like how you went into further detail in elaborating how much and how it can affect your body, but you could have linked the articles you used. Other than that you did a good job!

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I think that this is a really good fact check and you used a very reliable source with the Mayo Clinic, but it would be very helpful to include the link of the article that you read from the Mayo Clinic about over hydration.

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This is a really good response! I recommend adding a link to the article you used to further back your argument, though. Other than that, I agree!

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I agree, moderation is key drinking too much water too quickly can lead to dangerous health risks.

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You provided a good answer, but lacked evidence as there are no links. I also recommend looking at more then one source to prove the statement is true.

Answer 5

Yes, it is indeed true. After examining a number of articles and studies such as the ones from Mayo Clinic, Healthline, and Cleveland Clinic which all have reputable histories in the medical industry with Mayo and Cleveland Clinic being incredibly reputable. They have all done a number of studies surrounding this topic and have come to the same conclusion of too much water can overload your kidneys and can lead to negative results. So overall your claim is correct and all the evidence seems to be accounted for and credible. 

Comments

I like how you mention multiple highly reputable and credible organizations that are well known for providing health-care related information. I appreciate how you state the numerous amount of studies regarding to "drinking too much water" and how that acts as evidence to support the claim being made. Great job.

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Good job answering this claim. You did well at citing which websites you used to research and how reputable they can be. You also answered the claim very directly without having to overstate anything. One thing I would recommend is maybe be more specific with the science part of your answer. Breaking down what the kidneys do could help us understand a little more.

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like how you mention the multiple articles to fact check this. with the cases and these studies it really does prove that drinking to much water can be dangerous

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I really like how you used more then one credible source to back your argument, which gives your statement more depth and reasoning behind whatever claim you are speaking on. I appreciate you mentioning that the sources have all done studies on the subject, but you should speak about those studies and what results came of them. Using specific quotes is also a good way to prove your point, so add some quotes next time to strengthen your argument. Overall, good job.

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Thank you for your extensive research. providing multiple articles that support this claim is very helpful to proof this is true factor. You are correct in discovering that all of these healthcare companies did accurate studies in this field. Water intoxication follows the saying, "it's healthy for you unless you take too much of it."

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This is an amazing response! I like how you stated facts while also adding all the sources you used. You are correct with your information, and I agree with you!

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While I fully agree with your fact-check and applaud your ample variety of sources that come to the same conclusion, you should embed a quote or information from the sources you reffered to so your claim has specificity with its credibility. For example this quote from Mayo Clinic includes the parameters of drinking too much water: "Drinking too much water is rarely a problem for healthy, well-nourished adults. Athletes occasionally may drink too much water in an attempt to prevent dehydration during long or intense exercise".
https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/water/art-20044256#:~:text=When%20you%20drink%20too%20much,it%20can%20be%20life%2Dthreatening.

Answer 6

Your claim ‘You can drink too much water’ is true. Fact Checking, the source supporting this claim is legitimate, as it is a University of Hospitals article. Among research, I found out University of Hospitals is “one of the nation's leading healthcare systems” made up of renowned experts- obviously a source knowledgeable on the subject at hand. The article uses actress Brooke Shields as a case study, stating she suffered a seizure from drinking too much water. After researching, I found this to be confirmed in an article from theconversation.com, chronicling her experience with hyponatremia. An NBC news story corroborated the second case study mentioned in this article- a woman who died after a water drinking competition in 2007. Furthermore, this article is also valid among the specific facts. Mayo clinic, a site dedicated to helping diagnose and treat medical challenges, confirms the University of Hospitals article. It explains how when you drink too much water, your kidneys can not get rid of excess water, resulting in diluted sodium contents. In the end, the claim is true and the article is a honest source. 

Comments

I appreciate how you found evidence from other sources confirming the cases used in the article. It would be helpful to link your articles so that, if needed, someone can access the same sources you used.

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I think this was a great fact check. It was really beneficial to read not only information from the source but also using information that you found related to the topic.

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This is a good fact check, but I would add links to your sources.

Answer 7

The source that you used to back the claim that you can drink too much water is reliable. It uses scientifically proven information to provide context to its claims. Upon doing my own research, I found this claim to be true as well. The short term affects of drinking too much water include headaches, nausea, and in some cases vomiting. The long term effect can be much more serious, as the kidney begins to be unable to get rid of the excess water. This causes the dilution of the sodium content of the blood. This condition is called hyponatremia and can lead to death. Overall this claim is true but is slightly misleading because you have to drink an extreme amount of water for any of these affects to take place. 

Comments

I agree, I didn't realize drinking too much water could become a dangerous issue. The examples of the radio show contestant and the actress dying from too much water was an interesting fact to add and I think hooks the readers from the beginning. I agree, the claim is true and backed up with many pieces of evidence... but is slightly exaggerated because in order to die from water intake you need to drink an abnormal amount of water.

Answer 8

Hello! After doing some research on this topic, I found that it is indeed possible to drink too much water to the point where its bad for your health. According to the Mayo Clinic, "When you drink too much water, your kidneys can't get rid of the excess water. The sodium content of your blood becomes diluted. This is called hyponatremia and it can be life-threatening." The Mayo Clinic is a very reliable source that only shares true information. With that being said, drinking too little and too much water is unhealthy for a plethora of reasons. Drinking 2.7-3.7 liters of water each day is a great way to stay healthy (Mayo Clinic). 

www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/water/art-20044256#:~:text=So%20how%20much%20fluid%20does,fluids%20a%20day%20for%20women 

Mayo Clinic

https://www.mayoclinic.org › water › art-20044256

Mayo Clinic

https://www.mayoclinic.org › water › art-20044256

Comments

Great work! You used a very reliable source to back your claim which adds a lot of credibility to your own work and research. You also used quotes from the source that support your claim. I liked that you gave your take on the quote as well and left the reader with a recommendation on how much water to drink based on your research. Great job!

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I love that you wrote "After doing some research on this topic, I found that it is indeed possible to drink too much water". Because I think that this statement could really confuse some but after doing one's own research can find the truth in that statement. I am glad that you cited a reputable source to conclude to your answer.

Answer 9

This is accurate. Drinking too much water can be dangerous for your health due to a condition called water intoxication. When you consume excessive amounts of water, it can dilute the concentration of sodium in your blood. Sodium is essential for maintaining the balance of fluids in and around your cells. Excessive dilution of sodium can lead to hyponatremia, where sodium levels become abnormally low.

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/water-intoxication

Comments

You’re right that water intoxication is a serious issue, but it’s really rare for most people. The body generally handles water pretty well, and you’d need to drink a lot in a short time to reach dangerous levels, like several gallons. Most cases happen with athletes who overhydrate without balancing electrolytes​.

Answer 10

You can drink too much water. Three to four liters of water, if drank in a short amount of time, can cause water poisoning. According to the article, "Water Intoxication" by the Cleveland Clinic, water intoxication can result in seizures, delirium, coma, and even death in extreme cases. If you can water intoxication, you can treat it simply by stopping your water intake, and in extreme cases, you may need diuretics or IV fluids. 

Comments

this comment is a good start, but could use some improvement as far as sources go. you have minimal data and no sources. this is all true after some further research but in the future it would be nice to see where you got this from.