How much Water intake is beneficial for your health?

How much Water intake is beneficial for your health?

How Much Water Should You Drink Per Day:-

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the daily fluid intake varies and depends on the person’s age, gender, medical conditions, and daily activity

(1) The National Academies of Sciences Engineering Medicine recommends women to drink 2.7 liters (91 Oz) of total water (from all food and beverages), and men to drink a total of 3.7 liters (125 Oz)

(2) Scientists from the Netherlands recommend 2.2 liters of water for women and 3 liters for men per day

(3) So, it is clear that it is not true that everyone should drink 3-4 liters of water every day. You must talk to your doctor and restrict your daily water intake to a maximum of 3 liters.

So, what should you do if you accidentally overdrink water? How can it be treated? Find out in the following section.

Drawbacks of drinking too much:-

(1) But drinking too much of it (over hydration) can lead to water intoxication. (2) Over hydration can lead to hyponatremia, impaired brain function, and sometimes death

(2) Since about 50% of adults are dehydrated, doctors and dietitians ask us to keep ourselves hydrated

(3) But this is often misconstrued, and people end up drinking more water than their body actually needs. So, how much water should you drink? What are the symptoms of water intoxication and can it be reversed? Give this post a read and find out if you are drinking too much water and the dangers it can cause.

Ways to Prevent Over-hydration or Water Intoxication:-

Here are a few ways you can stop drinking too much water:

·         If you have medical conditions like diabetes or kidney problems, talk to your doctor to find out how much water you should consume.

·         If you exercise regularly, you may drink 2-4 cups of water per hour while exercising. If you need more water, drink sports drinks as they contain electrolytes that help balance the salts in your body.

·         Endurance athletes should measure their weight before and after a race to determine how much water they lost from the body. The lost water can be replenished without running the risk of over hydration.

Not everyone is at the risk of being overhydrated. Only a few people are more prone to drinking too much water. Check this list out to know if you fall into this category.

How to treat over hydration Or Water Intoxication:-

Thankfully, there are several ways to do so. Here’s how you can reverse the dangerous side effects of over hydration or water intoxication:

·         Stop any further water intake.

·         Seek medical attention if you do not feel well and feel like passing out.

·         Stop taking any medication that is causing water retention in the body.

·         A doctor may administer sodium to help bring back the balance in your body fluids.

·         You may be given diuretics.

As they say, prevention is better than cure. Let’s take a look at the following ways to prevent over hydration.

People Prone to Over hydration:-

You might end up drinking too much water if you:

·         Run marathons or ultramarathons.

·         Are a hiker or a biker.

·         Are a triathlete.

·         Are an elite rower.

·         Are an endurance cyclist.

·         Are a soccer player.

·         Are in military training

 To conclude, water is good for you, as long as you do not overdrink it. Take an informed decision on how much water you drank from foods and beverages to keep a track on your water intake. If you feel nauseous after drinking water, seek medical help immediately. Take care!

It's easy to overlook, but choosing healthier drinks is a key part of getting a balanced diet.

Many soft drinks – including instant powdered drinks and hot chocolate are high in sugar. Some energy drinks are high in both sugar and caffeine. Checking the nutrition labels on soft drinks such as fruit juices and fizzy drinks can help you make healthier choices. We should drink 6 to 8 glasses of fluid a day. Water, lower fat milk and sugar-free drinks, including tea and coffee, all counts.