{
  "id": 12397134,
  "title": "‘You are licking an ice cube’: Vijay Deverakonda recalls cutting water intake for Liger",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/06/you-are-licking-an-ice-cube-vijay-deverakonda-recalls-cutting-water",
  "topic": "health",
  "section": "Health & Medicine",
  "published": "2026-10-06T14:30:22.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Indian Express",
    "slug": "the-indian-express",
    "url": "https://indianexpress.com/article/lifestyle/food-wine/vijay-deverakonda-cutting-water-intake-liger-experts-10908521/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Vijay Deverakonda recently spoke about his water intake reduction for the film Liger, explaining how he cut down his water consumption to 100 ml to 300 ml a day. He described feeling as though he was licking an ice cube when deprived of water, expressing concern that this method is not healthy. Nutritionist Garima Goyal emphasized that dehydrating oneself is not a viable method for fat loss, as it merely reduces temporary water weight. She warned that severe dehydration can lead to dizziness, weakness, headaches, low blood pressure, impaired concentration, reduced exercise performance, and electrolyte disturbances. The temporary lean appearance achieved through this method is due to reduced muscle and skin volume, not fat loss. Dr Amit Sara, a physician, added that drinking only 100-300 ml of water a day is dangerous for most adults and can lead to significant dehydration, electrolyte imbalance, and potential heart or nervous system issues. He emphasized the importance of seeking medical attention if symptoms of severe dehydration arise. Vijay’s experience underscores the difference between appearing extremely lean for a short period and maintaining a healthy, sustainable body composition.",
  "summary": null,
  "key_points": [
    "Vijay Deverakonda reduced water intake to 100-300 ml daily for Liger role",
    "Nutritionist warns dehydrating for fat loss is unhealthy and ineffective",
    "Medical experts caution severe dehydration can cause serious health issues"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
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        "outlet": "The Indian Express - Lifestyle",
        "title": "‘You are licking an ice cube’: Vijay Deverakonda recalls cutting water intake for Liger",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/06/you-are-licking-an-ice-cube-vijay-deverakonda-recalls-cutting-water-12400015",
        "published": "2026-10-06T14:30:22.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}