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Myth: Everyone should drink 5 liters of water daily.

Common myths

Fact: Too much water can be harmful, especially in kidney disease and heart failure.

Myth: More water cleanses the kidneys.

Fact: Adequate hydration is beneficial, but excessive water does not “wash away” kidney disease.

Myth: Alkaline water prevents kidney disease.

Fact: There is no strong scientific evidence supporting this claim.

Myth: Black water is healthier than normal water.

The key message

Fact: No evidence shows additional kidney protection.

Myth: Hot water removes kidney toxins better than cold water.

Fact: Temperature does not affect how well your kidneys filter blood.

Your kidneys don’t need expensive water.

They need – Adequate hydration

The best water is clean, safe, affordable water that you drink consistently every day. Your kidneys will thank you for it

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