Overview
Consuming water is important for maintaining your health and feeling well overall. Drinking an adequate amount of water throughout the day can lead to many physical and mental health benefits. There are many ways to start increasing your water intake, both by fluid and food. Making small changes to your daily habits will get you started on improving your hydration level. For more information on how to improve your water consumption, continue reading!
What are the water consumption guidelines?
According to the Institute of Medicine:
- The average healthy male should drink 3.7 L or 125 fluid oz of water per day (approximately 1 gallon).
- The average healthy female should consume 2.7 L or 91 fluid oz of water per day (approximately 3/4 gallon).
- Water can be consumed in your diet through both liquids and food.
Learn more about what factors might affect your water needs here!
Improve Weight Management
Improve Cognitive Function
Reduce Risk for Chronic Disease
