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How often do you drink water during the day?

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Water intake recommendations vary depending on birth sex, body weight, your overall diet quality, activity level, and life stage. Speak to a healthcare professional about what a healthy water intake looks like for you.
100 percent fruit juices can provide vitamins and minerals. However, many products are high in natural sugars, with manufacturing processes that strip away nutrients like fiber that are present in whole fruits. Consume them in moderation.
Many teas contain different antioxidants and plant compounds that provide various health benefits. For example, green tea may support better heart health and reduce type 2 diabetes risk, and ginger tea may relieve nausea.
Caffeine is a psychoactive stimulant that is absorbed into the bloodstream before reaching the central nervous system and increasing activity. This can improve alertness and energy levels, but too much might cause insomnia, nervousness, stomach upset, rapid heartbeat, or tremors.
Sugary drinks are among the least healthy beverages and may contribute to obesity, type 2 diabetes, tooth decay, and heart disease development, increasing your risk of early death. Consider alternatives like seltzer with fruit or home-flavored water.

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