How much water should you drink??

Water an essential part of our body and 70% of our body contains water hence keeping your body hydrated everyday is very important.We're constantly losing water from our bodies, mainly via urine and sweat. 

There are many different opinions on how much water we should be drinking every day. The health authorities commonly recommend about  8-ounce glasses, which equals about 2 litres but here a catch one should understand everybody is different  and our environment that we are living is different hence considering that we have to consume water, for example if a person living in hot climatic zone will have more loss of water in form of sweat and will have to substitute more water this holds for all who live in different climatic zones,

Water is indispensable to good health, yet needs vary by individual. These recommendations can help ensure you drink enough fluids.
 Studies have produced varying recommendations over the years. But your individual water needs depend on many factors, including your health, how active you are and where you live.
No single formulation fits one and all. But knowing more about your body's need for fluids will help you estimate how much water to drink each day.

Health benefits of water

Water is your body's principal chemical component and makes up about 60-70 percent of your body weight. Your body depends on water to survive.
Every cell, tissue and organ in your body needs water to work properly. For example, water:

• Protects sensitive tissues
• Gets rid of wastes through urination, perspiration and bowel movements
• Keeps temperature normal of your body
• Lubricates and cushions joints of your body

Lack of water can lead to dehydration — a state that occurs when you don't have enough water in your body to carry out normal utilities. Even mild dehydration can drain your energy and make you tired.

And we are at the same question as how much water do you need?

Every day you lose water through your breath, perspiration, urine and bowel movements. For your body to purpose properly, you must replenish its water supply by consuming beverages and foods that contain water.
So how much fluid does the average, healthy adult living in a temperate climate need? I have read in a journal published by Howard medical  determined that an adequate daily fluid intake is:

• 3.7 liters of liquids for men
• 2.7 liters  of liquids a day for women

These references cover fluids from water, other beverages and food. About 20 percent of daily fluid intake usually comes from food and the rest from drinks.