India, Aug. 7 -- Water is often considered the simplest prescription for good health, and rightly so. It helps the kidneys remove waste products, maintain electrolyte balance, and regulate blood pressure.

However, in an interaction with HT Lifestyle, Dr Suman Sethi shared that it is a myth that drinking excessive amounts of water automatically makes the kidneys healthier. The truth is, more is not always better.

"Our kidneys are remarkably efficient organs," noted the nephrologist. "For most healthy individuals, the body's natural thirst mechanism is enough to signal when you need fluids."

Daily water requirements vary from person to person depending on factors such as age, climate, physical activity, diet, and underlying health condit...