How much water to drink

There's no easy answerto how much water you should drinkevery day.Just as you are unique, so are your water needs. How much water you need depends on many factors, including your health status, how active you are and where you live. Though no single formula fits all people, several guidelines are available to help you.

Health benefits of water

Water is crucial to your health. It makes up, on average, 60 percent of your body weight. Every system in your body depends on water.Lack of water can lead to dehydration, a condition that occurs when you don't have enough water in your body to carry on normal functions. Even mild dehydration can sap your energy and make you tired. Dehydration poses a particular

health risk for the very young and the very old. Signs and symptoms of dehydration include:

 Excessive thirst
 Fatigue
 Headache
 Dry mouth
 Little or no urination
 Muscle weakness
 Dizziness
 Lightheadedness

Every day you loose water