Water? How much should I be Drinking?

Water is the most important nutrient for our body. The average person should be consuming at least 8 cups of water a day (13 cups for men, 9 cups for women). If you are pregnant you should be drinking at least 13 cups of water a day. An individual who exercises should consume at least 2.5 cups more during the day if not more depending on the amount of time spend exercising that day.

During the hot Summer months it is especially important to keep our self hydrated. Humidity and heat can cause our bodies to rapidly loose water. Also its worth to mention when a person is sick (vomiting, fever, etc.) they are loosing fluids rapidly therefore an increase of fluids is needed (a little more than water in this case will work wonders things like Gatorade or Powerade will help replenish the electrolytes lost).

Two simple tips to know you are well hydrated:
1. Drink enough so you don't feel thirsty
2. Drink enough so your urine is always clear

Why is water so good? Well that will next weeks posts! ;)