The amount of fluid an adult needs depends on many factors including age and gender, the weather and how much physical activity he or she are doing, generally, adults should aim to drink about 6-8 glasses of fluid a day (on top of the water provided by food in their diet).1
Recommended water intake for adults.
| Age group | Amount of fluid intake (cups/ litres) |
| Adults | 6 to 8 glasses of fluids (1.6 – 2 litres) |
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Source: NHS website 2
TOP TIPS
The best and easiest way to incorporate the recommended fluid intake into your day is by drinking out of a smart hydration water bottle which has a capacity of 1- 2 liters or anywhere in between. Smart hydration bottles with a fruit infuser and motivational time markings encourage healthy hydration habits as well as the ability to know how much you are drinking.
WARNING
Please note that although rare, over-hydrating with any fluid can happen and in extreme cases can be dangerous. [3]
References
[1] NHS, How Much Water Does the NHS Choices Advice People to Drink? Http://Www.Nhs.Uk/News/2011/07July/Pages/Eight-Glasses-Of-Water-A-Day.Aspx. (Accessed November 20, 2016)
[2] NHS, How Much Water Does the NHS Choices Advice People to Drink? Http://Www.Nhs.Uk/News/2011/07July/Pages/Eight-Glasses-Of-Water-A-Day.Aspx. (Accessed November 20, 2016)
[3] Natural Hydration Council, Importance of Hydration FAQs: Can you drink too much water? http://www.naturalhydrationcouncil.org.uk/hydration-facts/faqs-on-hydration/. (Accessed November 20, 2016)
