Posted 5/25/2025

The U.S. National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine determined that a person should drink an average of 13.5 US customary cups of water per day - 15.5 for men and 11.5 for women... Click Here.

As we all know, a cup is 8 fluid ounces which means 13.5 cups is 108 ounces bringing you 20 ounces shy of drinking an entire gallon of water per day. It is also recommended that the amount of water you consume be spaced out over a period of time to avoid water intoxication. Yes, there is such a thing as water intoxication. Hyponatremia occurs when you drink too much water too quickly, diluting the sodium levels in your blood. Symptoms include nausea, vomiting, and bloating, not to mention frequent trips to the restroom. Conversely, dehydration, which can be deadly, is a harmful reduction of water in the body that can affect the metabolic process. Mild dehydration has been shown to impair the cognitive process, while severe dehydration can damage organs, cause seizures, and even be fatal. Common causes of dehydration are inadequate fluid intake, excessive sweating, and heat. In the summer months, which typically begin in late June and end in late September, it is extremely important to stay hydrated. For more information on how to perform a quick self-check to see if you're hydrated...Click Here.