“8 glasses of water per day” myth

What do we know about this rule?The 8*8 rule suggests “Drinking 8 glasses of 8 ounces of water per day is beneficial for our wellness”.8 cups of 8 ounces of fluids is equivalent to 1,893ml.It is not clear where this rule is originated, which results in...

Is the need for “8 glasses of water per day” a myth?

What do we know about this rule?The 8*8 rule suggests “Drinking 8 glasses of 8 ounces of water per day is beneficial for our wellness”.8 cups of 8 ounces of fluids is equivalent to 1,893ml.It is not clear where this rule is originated, which results in...

Hypohydration

Hypo-hydration is a state of an inadequate amount of water required for normal functioning of the body. In other words, it is a body water content beyond normal. It also refers to the status with a maximum urine osmolality.Severe hypo-hydration occurs when the water...

Hyperhydration

Hyper-hydration refers to an excessive amount of water in the body. It is the opposite of dehydration. It is usually caused by excessive fluid intake. Hyper-hydration refers to the status with a minimum urine osmolality. (1)

Dehydration

Dehydration is the process where body water is lost. (1)It usually occurs as a result of excessive sweating (often when during physical exercise there is not enough fluid intake), vomiting, diarrhea and diuretics. (2)The following are progressive signs of dehydration...