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Doctor Says Bedtime Water Does Not Guarantee Heart Protection

Doctor Says Bedtime Water Does Not Guarantee Heart Protection
Quora user asks if water before bed prevents heart attack and stroke; doctor answers · indianexpress.com

Some people drink water before bed so they do not become thirsty overnight.

A Quora user asked whether this also prevents heart attacks or strokes.

The article says that question does not have a simple answer.

It explains that drinking one glass of water should not automatically be viewed as heart protection.

Dr Swarup Swaraj Pal was asked to provide medical advice.

He is a cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon.

The article does not say that bedtime water alone prevents these serious conditions.

More medical context is needed to understand the possible benefits and limits of hydration.

Key facts

Question source
Quora
Health issue
Possible links between bedtime water, heart attack, and stroke risk
Common recommendation
A glass of water before bed is often suggested for overnight hydration
Medical expert
Dr Swarup Swaraj Pal
Expert role
Senior Consultant, Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgeon
Hospital
Gleneagles Hospitals, Parel
Article conclusion
The answer is not as simple as drinking water before bed to protect the heart

Quotes

A Quora user

User who posted the question on the Quora online forum

“Is it true that a glass of water before bed reduces the risk of a heart attack or stroke?”
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