How much water you should drink every day
Losing weight requires a consistent commitment to several lifestyle choices: Eat healthier, exercise more, get 6-8 hours of sleep a night, and drink lots of water.
Not only will choosing water over caloric and sugary beverages save you calories, but water is also essential for sharp brain function, keeping your organs working properly, and exercise recovery to name a few important reasons.
But just hearing that you need to drink “lots” of water can be confusing. For some people, that could be the standard eight 8-ounce glasses, but others could need a lot more (or perhaps less).
We tapped dietitian Jim White, RD, ACSM, and owner of Jim White Fitness and Nutrition Studios, to find out just exactly how much water you should be drinking. And for more, be sure to check...