How much water do you need to drink on a daily basis?

Answer 1

The average person's caloric intake need varies by their personal exercise and activity routines in addition to their metabolism. The general average is 2000 calories, based on a median, semi-active lifestyle of an average person.

Answer 2

You have probably heard the myth that you need to drink 8 glasses of water a day. In reality, you need about 8 cups of fluid (or 2 litres) a day. Some of that fluid will come from the water in your food, such as fruits and vegetables. Some will also come from milk, fruit juice and vegetable juice. Soda, coffee and tea don't count because the caffeine is a diuretic, which causes you to lose water. Alcohol also causes you to lose water.

You need extra water if you are exercising or if the weather is very hot. You need less if you weigh less than average. Drinking a glass of water before every meal will help you to lose weight. If you find it difficult to swallow plain water, try adding some fresh-squeezed lemon or lime juice, or a few slices of cucumber to your glass. (Sylvanwood Studio)