Thirsty for answers: new study tests if water really quenches thirst
NCT ID NCT07464002
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study investigates if healthy young adults who usually drink little plain water feel thirstier after increasing their water intake for four weeks. Participants will drink about 2 liters of water daily to dilute their urine. The goal is to understand if the body adapts to chronic low water intake and to inform future drinking water guidelines.
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Active substance
Drinking water
What this could lead to
If successful, this study could provide evidence to support specific drinking water recommendations for healthy people.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage observational study with a small, healthy sample. Results may not apply to the general population or those with health conditions.
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