Dr. Mallika Anand often sees women carrying large insulated tumblers to her office at Harvard-affiliated Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, filled with a liter or more of water. Many women visit her to inquire about the reason behind frequent urination, despite the belief that consuming too much water should result in more bathroom trips. As a medical professional, Dr. Anand frequently has to clarify the connection between the two.
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