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Water: How much should you drink every day?
Health benefits of water
Factors that influence water needs
Beyond the tap: Other sources of water
Staying safely hydrated
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What are the health benefits of water?
How much water do you need?
What about the advice to drink 8 glasses a day?
Is water the only option for staying hydrated?
How do I know if I'm drinking enough?
Should I worry about drinking too much water
Is water the only option for staying hydrated?
No. You don't need to rely only on water to meet your fluid needs. What you eat also provides a significant portion. For example, many fruits and vegetables, such as watermelon and spinach, are almost 100% water by weight.
In addition, beverages such as milk, juice and herbal teas are composed mostly of water. Even caffeinated drinks — such as coffee and soda — can contribute to your daily water intake. But go easy on sugar-sweetened drinks. Regular soda, energy or sports drinks, and other sweet drinks usually contain a lot of added sugar, which may provide more calories than needed.
