The following recommendations are for adults who get little physical activity.
Your body needs more water when you exercise or live in a hot environment.
Men
Men need to drink approximately 100 oz. of water (and/or other beverages) each day.
- This is equivalent to about 13 - 8 oz. cups of water.
Women
Women need to drink approximately 75 oz. of water (and/or other beverages) each day.
- This is equivalent to about 9 - 8 oz. cups of water.
Sources:This may seem like a lot of water, but sedentary adults typically meet these recommendations.
The actual recommendations for water intake are higher, however 20% of your daily water comes from food. The amounts above represent the other 80% that your body needs.
Institute of Medicine (IOM): Food and Nutrition Board Len Kravitz. Was your Mother Right when she told you to drink lots of water before going out to play? IDEA Fitness Journal. November-December 2008
