The 8 by 8 rule states that drinking 8 glasses of 8 ounces per day of fluids is optimal for your wellness. It is not very clear where the rule comes from and it has many critics. There are several related myths and variations based on the 8 by 8 rule claiming specific...
Dehydration in elderly is not uncommon.Some research shows that the elderly drink less water (including more palatable beverages) after a period of water abstinence. Drinking less water is a result of diminished sense of thirst. (1, 2)In the elderly, the receptors...
