Recently actress Madelaine Petsch revealed her exercise and diet regimen. What perturbed experts was her water intake which is double the recommended amount for a person of her size and weight.

Experts warn against drinking a fixed amount of water each day as everyone has different water needs and people get hydration from the fruits and vegetables they consume. They say that overhydration can lead to dangerously low to severe sodium deficiency not to mention cramps, seizures and even coma.

Athletes in particular have been known to overhydrate. Tom Brady, the football star, is known to consume half his body weight in water daily. While Tom Brady may be able to consume that much water, most people cannot. Everyone has different water needs and they should rely on their body for clues on when to hydrate rather than relying on a fixed quantity.

Key Takeaways:

• This star keeps her calorie intake below 1700 calories a day.
• She actually drinks over double the advised intake of water a day.
• Experts say that this can lead to a severe sodium deficiency as it is too much water for a body to consume in one day.

“‘Forcing yourself to drink a pre-prescribed amount of water each day presents the very real danger of Hyponatremia,’ Abbey Sharp, registered dietitian at Abbey’s Kitchen, said.”

Read more: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-5674867/Riverdale-star-Madelaine-Petsch-23-drinks-27-cups-water-day.html