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How long does it take for water to pass through the body?


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Passage of water in the body:

  1. The human body is composed of 60% of water and the majority of water is absorbed in the small intestine and large intestines.
  2. It gets absorbed into the bloodstream within 5 minutes of water intake.
  3. It takes up to 75-120 minutes to completely pass water through the body.
  4. Water is circulated in the human body and is crucial in maintaining life functions.

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