From "urine should be clear" to "drinking water can detoxify," these misconceptions are all wrong.
Everyone knows the importance of drinking water, but many people have misconceptions about it. Based on the latest information, Dr. Berg debunks these seemingly healthy myths that may actually lead to imbalances in the body.
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Myth 1 : Drinking water only when thirsty is too late, meaning the body is already dehydrated.
Wrong. Thirst is a normal signal from the body, indicating that you need to drink water. Unless there is a brain lesion, tumor, or salt deficiency causing excessively diluted blood, thirst is the body's way of telling you to drink water.
Myth 2 : The clearer the urine, the better.
Incorrect. Normal urine should be pale straw yellow . If it's too clear, it indicates excessive dilution of body fluids; if it's too dark, it may reflect abnormal liver metabolism . Foamy urine may be related to kidney dysfunction or excessive protein intake.
Myth 3 : Drinking more water creates a feeling of fullness and helps with weight loss.
Wrong. Water doesn't stay in the stomach for long, nor does it help burn fat. Weight loss comes from reducing sugary drinks, not from water itself.
Myth 4 : Drinking more water can detoxify the body.
Wrong. Most toxins are fat-soluble and stored in fat cells, not excreted with water. Simply drinking large amounts of water cannot achieve a "detoxifying" effect.
Myth 5 : Drinking more water will prevent dehydration.
Wrong. The body needs more than just water; it also needs electrolytes and salts . Drinking too much water dilutes blood sodium, which can lead to hyponatremia , causing headaches, weakness, cerebral edema, and even coma.
For example, being advised to drink more water while taking diuretics can actually lead to a more severe electrolyte imbalance.
Myth 6 : The more the better, the more you drink, the healthier you are.
Incorrect. The amount of water should be determined based on individual circumstances. It is true that you should drink more water when it is hot, after exercising, sweating, drinking alcohol, or after a sauna, but excessive water intake can put a strain on the kidneys , and it is not a case of "the more the better".
Myth 7 : Drinking plenty of water before meals aids digestion.
Incorrect. If you have insufficient stomach acid, bloating, or heartburn, drinking large amounts of water before meals will dilute the stomach acid and affect digestion. Drinking a moderate amount of water is fine, but don't overdo it.
Practical tips for drinking water
- For those with kidney stones: about 2.5 liters of water per day can help prevent urine from becoming too concentrated.
- For gout patients: a small amount of baking soda can be added to the water to neutralize uric acid.
- For those prone to kidney stones: Add lemon water , as citrate can reduce the formation of calcium oxalate crystals.
- For those on a low-carb or ketogenic diet: Be sure to consume enough sea salt to avoid "ketosis fatigue".
In addition, vegetables have a high water content ( 80–95% ), meat has about 60–65% water, and the human body naturally produces water when burning fat.
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In conclusion: Listen to your body, don't be held hostage by the myths about drinking water.
The key to drinking water is not "more," but "just right." Listening to your body's thirst signals and replenishing the appropriate amount of water and electrolytes is the correct way to maintain healthy hydration. Drinking too much water will only make your body more tired and unbalanced.
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YouTube Column: Dr. Berg's Chinese Health Knowledge
