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John Elder

Water is the essence of a healthy life, study finds

People who don't drink enough water die earlier and suffer more chronic illness. Photo: Getty

Drink two litres of water a day: It’s a piece of advice widely given and widely ignored. Yet, new research suggests you do so at your peril.

According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), people who stay well-hydrated appear to be healthier than those who don’t.

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