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Is drinking 2 liters (9 cups) of water per day necessary?
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I drink about 2 liters, but that's probably not completely necessary.
With all the liquids you drink (coffee, tea, juice, etc), you actually probably take in more water than you realize. Of course if you drink 12oz of water and 12oz of soda, your body will absorb more water from the 12oz of water (obviously), so it's better for you to drink just water.
That's my way of thinking - drink what you want, but try to drink more plain water if you can; it's better for you
With all the liquids you drink (coffee, tea, juice, etc), you actually probably take in more water than you realize. Of course if you drink 12oz of water and 12oz of soda, your body will absorb more water from the 12oz of water (obviously), so it's better for you to drink just water.
That's my way of thinking - drink what you want, but try to drink more plain water if you can; it's better for you
I drink 4-6 liters a day. You should try to get at least 1 liter a day, and shoot for 2. You will get by without, but your body will appreciate it if you get more. Like someone said before, drink enough to pee clear. If you are active, you'll need more.
i don't like to drink water plain. gatorade is so much better. so gatorade and sweet tea is about all i drink
I only drink two things these days...water and beer. A little too much beer unfortunatey.
I put a case of water under my desk at the office, and it has caused me to drink a lot more water. I usually have a 12oz glass of OJ in the morning, then maybe 1.5-2L water at work, and a beer with dinner. I usually have 2-3 pints on Fridays at the brewpub, which means I'm dehydrated on saturday morning unless I remember to drink water when I get home...
I've gotten to the point where I'm totally off soda - it's way too sweet. Maybe a little wine now and then, but water is the most refreshing.
I put a case of water under my desk at the office, and it has caused me to drink a lot more water. I usually have a 12oz glass of OJ in the morning, then maybe 1.5-2L water at work, and a beer with dinner. I usually have 2-3 pints on Fridays at the brewpub, which means I'm dehydrated on saturday morning unless I remember to drink water when I get home...
I've gotten to the point where I'm totally off soda - it's way too sweet. Maybe a little wine now and then, but water is the most refreshing.
Not surprisingly, there are a lot of oft-repeated myths in this thread. Except in the case of illness or extra physical activity, there is no need to drink that much water.
Everyone should read this article by a Dartmouth Medical School "kidney specialist and author of two widely used textbooks on the kidney and water balance". He has extensively researched the subject, and even traced the "8 glasses" myth to the probable source: a misunderstood statement from the National Research Council that discussed total water intake, most of which comes from food rather than drinking water. He also debunks these myths: "by the time you're thirsty, it's too late" and "urine must be clear".
He points out a number of health disadvantages to high water intake, not to mention the cost (if you're buying bottled water).
Here's the link:
http://dms.dartmouth.edu/news/2002_h2/08aug2002_water.shtml
Everyone should read this article by a Dartmouth Medical School "kidney specialist and author of two widely used textbooks on the kidney and water balance". He has extensively researched the subject, and even traced the "8 glasses" myth to the probable source: a misunderstood statement from the National Research Council that discussed total water intake, most of which comes from food rather than drinking water. He also debunks these myths: "by the time you're thirsty, it's too late" and "urine must be clear".
He points out a number of health disadvantages to high water intake, not to mention the cost (if you're buying bottled water).
Here's the link:
http://dms.dartmouth.edu/news/2002_h2/08aug2002_water.shtml
i dont see how anybody can say "9 cups" or "8 cups". doenst it depend on which cup you have? what if you drink out of a bucket? you're screwed.
unless they put it in a standardised measure, such as a pint or something.
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unless they put it in a standardised measure, such as a pint or something.
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i dont see how anybody can say "9 cups" or "8 cups". doenst it depend on which cup you have? what if you drink out of a bucket? you're screwed.
unless they put it in a standardised measure, such as a pint or something.
S
Good point. For instance I drink about a cup a day. Never mind my cup holds somewhere just south of 2 liters.
i dont see how anybody can say "9 cups" or "8 cups". doenst it depend on which cup you have? what if you drink out of a bucket? you're screwed.
unless they put it in a standardised measure, such as a pint or something.
S
As far as I know there is a standard measure for a "cup". Type "liter to cup" in google and it would tell you how many cups makes 1 liter.
As for me, I only use liters, but I know that in other parts of the world it is different.
I probably drink 2 liters of water a day. When I'm at home I keep a glass on the counter and when I get a little thirsty, drink a couple sips and put it back. Like a water bottle made out of glass.
Not necessary, but recommended I feel much better (and I sleep better at night) when I drink a lot of water during the day.
I feel much better (and I sleep better at night) when I drink a lot of water during the day.
i dont see how anybody can say "9 cups" or "8 cups". doenst it depend on which cup you have? what if you drink out of a bucket? you're screwed.
unless they put it in a standardised measure, such as a pint or something.
S
umm cups is a standard measurement
I believe 1 cut is 8 fl. oz. and 4 cups is about 1 liter give or take.
As far as I know there is a standard measure for a "cup". Type "liter to cup" in google and it would tell you how many cups makes 1 liter.
As for me, I only use liters, but I know that in other parts of the world it is different.
1 pint = 2 cups = 16 fluid ounces. 1 cup = 8 fluid ounces = 16 tablespoons. 1 gill = 1/2 cup = 4 fluid ounces = 8 tablespoons. 1 fluid ounce = 2 tablespoons ...
In fact two cups is a pint, and 8 cups is pretty darn close to 2 liters.
EDIT: Beaten twice.
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yes, in bottles labeled Budweiser.
Edit: how weird, somebody beat me to it. I think coors is slightly better than bud though)
I drink mainly coffee and tea. Some water and some wine. And beer if (when..) the weather is nice.
I do, though don't forget you'll need to warm it slightly if you want that fullest, freshest flavour.
I disagree, unless one type of urine could be said to taste better than another. I'm not interested in solving that mystery.
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