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Every dietary need is met within a safe or desired range. If you surpass these safe or optimal levels, you risk having negative health consequences. Water, like any other nutrient, can be detrimental if consumed in large quantities. It is entirely dependent on the dosage. Overdoing on certain minerals, such as iron or vitamin A, can cause poisoning or acute toxicity, as well as death in extreme cases. Most nutrients can have negative health consequences or chronic toxicity if consumed in excess. Any nutrient, even water, can be lethal if taken in vast quantities. Excessive intake of most nutrients is linked to a higher risk of health problems (chronic toxicity). Overconsumption of calorie-producing nutrients (carbohydrate, fat, and protein), as well as alcohol, increases the risk of obesity and chronic diseases, whereas isolated amino acids can produce toxicity and imbalances.
