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Water cure (therapy)

Water cure therapy is a way to get your body healthy by using water. When our body gets sick, it needs help to get better, and water cure therapy can be one of the ways to help it heal.

To do water cure therapy, you need water and a few other things like salt, sometimes honey or lemon juice. Saltwater is given to a person, and they need to drink it down. But don't worry, it's not as bad as it sounds! The water will taste a bit salty, but it's not too bad.

Once you drink the saltwater, your body will start to work hard to get rid of the salt. This process helps to clear out all the bad things in your body, like germs that make you sick. During this process, you might feel a little bit uncomfortable, like you need to go to the toilet or vomit. But, it's a natural process as our body is getting rid of waste.

When all the bad things are out of your body, you can have a rest and let your body take a break. After a rest, your body will feel better and healthier again. If you repeat this process for a few days, you'll start feeling better than you were before.

Water cure therapy is similar to taking medicine but without the use of chemical drugs. It's a safe and easy way to help your body become healthier. But always remember, before trying any new therapy, it's best to talk to a doctor or a health professional.