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How much water you need to stay hydrated and healthy
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Staying hydrated is incredibly important to your overall health, and the amount of water each person should drink each day depends on various factors, such as their weight, activity level, and other health conditions. Generally, though, aim to drink 5 to 7 bottles of water each day. Of course, this also depends on the size of your water bottle. Keep reading for a breakdown of the amount of water you should be drinking, tips for calculating your daily water goal, and advice for staying hydrated.
Things You Should Know
- On average, if you're a man, drink around 7 16.9-oz (0.49 L) water bottles each day, or 5 water bottles a day if you're a woman.
- Calculate how much water to drink each day in ounces by multiplying your weight in pounds by â…” (or 0.67).
- Drink water consistently throughout the day, try naturally-flavored waters, and eat foods with high water content (cucumbers, strawberries, cauliflower, etc.) to stay hydrated.
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