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How much should my daily water intake be, you are wondering? There is always the '8 cups rule' to fall back on if you are not sure, but my best indication is the urine. Yes, I've said it. When well hydrated, urine should be light yellow or colorless. And if you are extracting bright yellow urine, please get some water ASAP! Or better yet, some Coconut water. I find it yummier than plain water and it is rich in electrolytes, which will keep you hydrated better and longer. It is also has TWICE the amount of potassium than a banana - a whopping 569 mg/serving!

Also, don't fret if you don't have enough time to gulp down 8 cups of water each day, we get our water intake from other sources, like fruits and vegetables, our coffees, teas, milk and juices. On average, food provides 20% of our daily water intake, so that's great news! We all like to eat.

Basically, drink when you are thirsty, let your body be your guide for when you need hydration and not an old rule. The 8 cups rule is actually so arbitrary, recent studies show that for an adult male to stay hydrated he needs to drink 3.7 liters/day (nearly 16 cups) while ladies need roughly 2.7 liters/day (about 11 cups)