Water intoxication

Question
U probably won't know but I'll ask just in case. Do u know how quickly the effects of water intoxication show? It's 4 a skool project and I know loads of stuff about it, all except this.

Answer
Eve,
For each person it will be different.  I have the understanding as to why it happens (imbalances), but have never tested it out on someone to find out.  It would take a lot of water to achieve this, but there is no set amount of time.
It would entirely depend on the weight of the individual, the percent body fat, the prior hydration level, and probably highly on the temperature and amount of water loss they experience.
I realize that I have not given you the answer you are looking for.  But I do not think that it is scientifically proven.  You might e-mail Dr. Casa at the University of Connecticut who does a lot of research around this topic.
He may be able to help you greatly.  His e-mail is [email protected]
Best of luck.
Ryan