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Robert Roy Britt

The conventional wisdom that we need 64 ounces of water a day gave rise to the 8x8 rule (8 cups of 8 ounces each). It’s bogus.

Your body has an amazing ability to adapt to too little or too much water intake, and a lot of the water you need comes from food.

Yes, you should stay well hydrated, this physician/writer advises, but you don’t need an adult sippy cup at the ready 24/7.

medium.com/wise-well/soaked-th

Wise & WellSoaked: The Myths and Facts of Hydration - Wise & Well - MediumBy Eric J. Kort MS MD