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💧 8 glasses of water a day – debunked
The secrets of hydration, and recommendations for daily water intake.
Happy Sunday!
Today, we’re exploring a popular hydration myth, and seeing how much truth it really holds.

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Debunking the 8-Glass Myth and Personalizing Your Water Intake đźš°
“Drink eight glasses of water a day.”
We’ve all heard this saying, but where does it come from, and how much truth does it hold?
Today’s deep dive unravels the science of hydration, challenges the 8-glass rule, and helps uncover how much water we really need.
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