You’ve heard it your whole life: “Drink 8 glasses of water a day.”
But here’s the truth no one told you…
That advice? Outdated. Oversimplified. And possibly not right for your body at all.
Let’s bust the myth — and show you how to hydrate smarter (not harder).
💡 Where Did “8 Glasses a Day” Even Come From?
The idea originated from a 1945 US Food & Nutrition Board recommendation. But here’s the part most people ignore:
The original statement said we need ~2.5 litres of water daily — but that includes water from food (like fruits, soups, veggies).
Somehow, over time, it got turned into “8 glasses” — and stuck.
🚫 Why It Doesn’t Work for Everyone
Hydration needs depend on:
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🏃♂️ Activity level
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☀️ Climate
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🍎 Diet
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🧬 Age, weight, body composition
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💧 How clean your water actually is
If you’re in a hot part of Australia, moving a lot, or drinking water loaded with chlorine or fluoride — your needs are very different.
✅ What Actually Matters
Instead of counting glasses, focus on:
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Clear or pale yellow urine
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Steady energy levels
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No dry mouth / chapped lips
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Fewer headaches / cravings
Bonus: when your water tastes clean, you naturally drink more.
That’s why we always start with a Trinity Filter at home.
🔁 And Don’t Forget Absorption…
It’s not just about how much you drink — it’s about how well your body absorbs it.
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Drinking water with meals? Slower absorption.
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Sipping throughout the day? Better hydration.
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Water with chlorine or fluoride can irritate gut lining, making absorption harder.
💧 Want to Boost Your Hydration Efficiency?
Try:
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Trinity Filter – removes chlorine, fluoride, and bad taste
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Hydronizer 2.0 or Infinity – adds molecular hydrogen, which supports faster cellular hydration
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Hydronizer Pitcher – great for families or cold water habits
🚿 Bonus Tip:
Unfiltered shower water = dry skin = more water loss through the skin.
The Shower Mate keeps skin balanced so your hydration efforts actually last.
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