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Forget about the 8 glasses of water per day rule, according to
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You’ve probably heard that drinking eight glasses of water per day is key, but just how much water does a person really need? There are a lot of myths about hydration out there, says sports and exercise physician Dr. Jane Thornton. Here’s what you need to know.
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Why Drinking 8 Glasses of Water Per Day is a Myth – Dr. Berg
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How Much Water Should I Drink? - The New York Times
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Water and Weight Loss - How Much to Drink for Losing Weight
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Busting 5 common myths about water and hydration : Life Kit : NPR
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The Best Water Filter Pitchers of 2024, by Food & Wine
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The Water Myth Office for Science and Society - McGill University
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Should You Bring Your Own Water When You Run a Race?
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You don't need 8 glasses of water a day. Eat these foods instead
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6 Simple Ways to Stay Hydrated - Scripps Health
Busting the Myths About Your Water Intake
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Forget about the 8 glasses of water per day rule, according to