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Water is essential to life. But how much should we drink each day to stay healthy?

And does it have to be water, or do other fluids count? What happens if we don't get enough - or too much?

In this report, we explain how much water we need daily, list good food sources of water, and tell you how to look out for signs of dehydration.

Highlights of this report


How much?


Find out how much water you need every day. Read more

Sources of water


How much water can you get from foods? Read more

Too much and not enough


Beware of dehydration. Read more

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