How much water do you guys drink?

I’m curious—how much water do you all actually drink in a day to feel "just right"?
Some people seem to chug it constantly because they’re always thirsty, while others barely touch it. I know this won't be a perfect scientific study, but I'd love to see the breakdown. 😁
Personally, I’m drinking a ton because I can never seem to quench my thirst. I usually hit about 3 liters, sometimes even more. Is that totally normal? 😕

So, what’s your relationship with water like? Are you strictly a water drinker, or do you lean more toward other beverages?

I rarely actually feel thirsty.
So, I’ll have a glass after a meal, or maybe one alongside my coffee.

Every now and then, I remember that staying hydrated is supposedly healthy, so I'll drink some. But it feels forced—honestly, I just don't feel like running to the restroom all day long.

I’m knocking back like 2 or 3 liters of water every single day, and honestly? I feel freaking amazing since I started making it a thing.
I can totally see the difference in my skin and just my overall vibe—there is no way I'm ever going back to being dehydrated. 🙂

a pint and a half

username said:I drink a ton of water because I'm constantly thirsty—about 3 liters a day, sometimes even more. Is that considered normal? 😕

Well, if you're thirsty, it's only natural that you won't just sit there and suffer through it. 😛 (Especially if you're tall, have a large build, or stay active with sports.)

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Just a little bit... up to 1L

You can actually die from drinking too much water. It's one of those things where you really shouldn't overdo it.

I’m knocking back a whole liter of plain water, though I definitely get plenty of other fluids in throughout the day—milk, tea, juice, you name it!

I probably drink somewhere around two liters. But according to Healthline, I should be hitting over four liters a day. I’m definitely not doing that. I probably should, though. Apparently, people generally feel a whole lot better when they're actually hydrated.

I personally knock back at least 2.5 liters every day.. 👍
Most people don't actually grasp the whole water situation, and I could probably write a small book on how much it dictates what our bodies do..
For now, I'll just address a few things people have mentioned here:

"I drink about a liter of pure water, but I also have other liquids throughout the day—milk, tea, juice, stuff like that."

There’s a real distinction between "water" and "fluids," and they aren't interchangeable.. Water essentially acts as an internal rinse for the system; just imagine trying to wash your face with orange juice or beer... I doubt it would go particularly well, right? .. 😕

"Drinking too much water can actually be fatal. You shouldn't overdo anything."

If you're talking about drowning, then sure, you're right, but otherwise, you've got it wrong.. 😁

"I drink between 2 and 3 liters of water daily, and I've felt incredible since I made it a habit.
I can see the positive changes in myself, and I'd never give up this routine now."

I'd recommend that to anyone.. 👍

"Some people drink more because they're thirstier, while others need less. I'm curious about the stats here. It won't be a representative sample, but still.
I drink a ton of water because I'm constantly thirsty—about 3 liters, sometimes more. Is that normal?"

Hitting 2.5 liters of water a day should really be the baseline for basic bodily functions... the best way to tell is by checking the color of your urine; if it's dark yellow, your body is already dehydrated from the day before, because you have to drink water proactively rather than waiting until you feel the thirst hit...
We often fail to recognize when we actually need water, and instead, our brains misinterpret that signal as hunger, so we end up snacking when we should be hydrating... drink more water and you won't find yourself constantly overeating... mark my words.. 😁
Yeah, it's normal, keep drinking those 3 liters a day.. 🙂

"It really comes down to body mass and how much you move—someone weighing 110 pounds isn't going to need the same amount of food or fluids as someone pushing 175."

You've got a point there; that daily intake is shaped by your build, what you eat, your lifestyle, and even the weather outside. For instance, if you're hitting the gym for an hour, you'll likely need an extra cup or three of water, though some people end up needing closer to four liters just to stay level.
And let's not conflate food with hydration; we use water to "wash ourselves out" from the inside. I mean, are you suggesting a 110-pound person needs a shorter shower than someone at 175? It doesn't quite track. 😕

"Fluids like herbal teas, natural juices, or clear broths are great supplements to plain water since they're mostly water anyway."

Just keep in mind that water acts as the delivery system, carrying nutrients to every single cell in your body; if that "delivery truck" is already packed to the brim with other substances, it won't be able to transport everything it's supposed to. 🙂

A few realities to consider:
- About 75% of Americans suffer from chronic dehydration.
- In about 37% of people, the thirst mechanism is so dulled that the brain mistakenly signals hunger instead.
- Even mild dehydration can drag your metabolism down by as much as 3%.
- Lack of water is the primary culprit behind daytime fatigue.
- Preliminary research suggests that drinking 8 to 10 glasses of water a day could significantly ease back and joint pain for up to 80% of those struggling with it.
- A tiny 2% drop in your body's water levels can lead to brain fog, trouble with basic math, or difficulty focusing on a computer screen or a page of text.
- Drinking five glasses of water a day has been linked to reducing the risk of colorectal cancer by 45%, breast cancer by 79%, and bladder cancer by 50%.

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I’m usually knocking back about a pint of milk, maybe two to four cups of coffee, some soup here and there, and then just drinking water whenever I actually feel thirsty.👍
All this nonsense about how you "must" drink a specific amount of liquid every day is honestly one of the biggest health myths out there—it's actually counterproductive because you end up stressing your kidneys and spiking your blood pressure.🙄
Nature pretty much hardwired us to just take what we need from our environment when we need it.
Anything done to excess is going to be bad for you.

It’s been less than a liter lately. Though, I have been drinking quite a bit of juice and tea... does that count toward the total?

I typically consume about 1.5 to 2 liters of water on a daily basis. Generally speaking, I am not much of a fan when it comes to sugary juices... I much prefer sticking to plain water.

"The whole 'you need to drink this much water' thing is total nonsense that actually messes with your health—just puts unnecessary strain on your kidneys and spikes your blood pressure."

Look, I respect everyone's take, but when someone starts lecturing others about what constitutes "nonsense" without actually having a grasp on the science, it just becomes ridiculous. Honestly, you're talking out of turn here... 🙂 🙂

Water is essential for flushing waste products through your intestines and kidneys...
If the kidneys don't get enough water, they can't function properly. When the kidneys start failing to do their job, everything gets dumped onto the liver. The liver's main role is metabolizing stored fat into usable energy, but if it’s forced to pick up the slack for the kidneys, it can't work at full capacity, which means that excess fat just stays stored in your system.

Staying hydrated also prevents water retention. If your body feels like it isn't getting enough fluid, it goes into survival mode and starts hoarding every single drop of water and fat it can find. More often than not, that hunger pang you feel is actually just dehydration, not an actual need for food.

I'm not sure if I'm making sense, but sometimes bodily fluids become overloaded with toxins, waste, and fats, which exhausts the kidneys as they try to filter through such concentrated liquid... basically, more water equals fewer problems for your kidneys... 🙏 😁 🙂

As far as blood pressure goes, water is actually helpful...
Think of your veins, arteries, capillaries, and lymph nodes like a river network: a steady current flows through, and the water cleanses the banks of the riverbed. Having enough water keeps the river clear and bright, much like a mountain stream with a constant influx of fresh water from its source. It’s a world away from those stagnant, overgrown pools of water... 🙂
Blood is roughly 92% water, acting as the body's "transportation system" that constantly delivers nutrients and oxygen everywhere it needs to go...
When there isn't enough water in the system, your blood thickens, making it harder for the heart to pump, and your muscles don't get the oxygen they need via the bloodstream, which leads to cramping. Once dehydration sets in, the blood gets viscous, and the heart has to work significantly harder... 😳 😢

There's a really insightful book called "Your Body's Refusal to Drink Water" by Fereydoon Batmanghelidj, MD, which explores the idea that chronic dehydration is a primary driver behind many degenerative conditions—things like asthma, allergies, high blood pressure, obesity, and even certain emotional struggles like depression. I'd highly recommend everyone give it a read (it's about $27 pages)... 😎

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Sarah Gomez52, I’m not here on this forum to get into petty arguments or prove anything to anyone; my only real goal is to share what I’ve gathered along my own journey, hoping maybe someone can use my experiences to make better decisions about improving their health without relying on a pharmacy or a clinic...
I rely on the collective intelligence of others, and I’ll be the first to admit I don't have all the answers perfectly laid out, but I try to use some logical thinking and facts to spark a decent conversation until I land on a perspective I actually feel confident about...

I’ve noticed a pattern where people who disagree with a statement don't actually bother explaining why they think it's wrong, they just pivot the focus back to themselves by being dismissive and condescending, which honestly isn't very classy or polite... 😢 🙂
Since you clearly have a much higher level of education than I do, why not walk me through the details so I might actually learn something from you? 👏

Whether or not I’ve truly mastered a healthy lifestyle is something I shouldn't be the one to judge—and frankly, I don't care to—but I do know that I’ve helped folks dealing with high blood pressure find relief through my suggestions, and at the end of the day, real-world results matter far more than endless theoretical debates.. 🙂

"If doctors don't start becoming experts in nutrition, then nutritionists are going to become the new doctors."

I’m usually knocking back somewhere between two and three liters a day. Honestly, sometimes I even push past that three-liter mark. It isn't some grand health crusade or anything—it's just that my body demands it. I get thirsty even in the middle of the night, so having a water bottle right next to my bed is non-negotiable.
Don't get me wrong, I'm not some sugar addict or anything like that.

mistybear4 said:Are you suggesting that someone weighing 110 pounds should use less water in the shower than someone weighing 175? 😕

Given that body mass directly impacts total volume, yes, 😁

p.s. my urine is clear, even after drinking a liter of tea 😛