Studies have produced varying recommendations over the years regarding how much you water you should consume. Is it eight, 8-ounce glasses a day? This eight, 8-ounce recommendation is being looked at again by many experts. Some experts say this recommendation was created simply because it was easy for people to remember. Healia would like to help you better understand these recommendations and let you in on one important piece of news – fluids other than water count!

A good rule of thumb for moderately active women in temperate climates is that they need a total fluid equivalent of about nine 8-ounce glasses of fluids a day; moderately active men need thirteen 8-ounce glasses. Ideally, you want half of your fluids to be from water consumption. Many fruits and vegetables, such as watermelon and tomatoes, are 90 percent to 100 percent water by weight. Beverages such as milk and juice also are composed mostly of water. Beer, wine, and caffeinated beverages, such as coffee, tea, or soda can contribute, but these should not be a major portion of daily total fluid intake.