WATER INTOXICATION

Staying hydrated is crucial for our overall health and well being. However, drinking too much water can be potentially life threatening

Too much water

As per Medical News Today, drinking too much water can lead to disruption of brain function

Brain function disruption

Water intoxication causes an increase in the amount of water in the bloodstream, resulting in dilution of electrolytes like sodium

Sodium dilution

Sodium helps regulate the amount of water inside and outside the cells and is essential for proper functioning of organs

Importance of sodium

Excessive water consumption causes fluids to move into the cells, causing them to swell

Swelling

In extreme cases, water intoxication can lead to swelling inside the brain cells which can be fatal

Fatal problem

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