How Much Fluid Do You Need?

Not drinking enough water can affect your saliva production and dental health.

How much fluid do you need per day?

Men: 2.6 litres (about 10 cups)

Women: 2.1 litres (about 8 cups)

Pregnant Women: 2.3 litres (about 9 cups)

Boys 14-18: 1.9 litres (about 8 cups)

Boys 9-13: 1.6 litres (about 6 cups)

Girls 14-18: 1.6 litres (about 6 cups)
Girls 9-13: 1.4 litres (about 5-6 cups)
Children 4-8: 1.2 litres (about 5 cups)
Toddlers 1-3: 1 litres (about 4 cups)


Drinking plenty of water keeps your heart health, boosts brain power and reduces headaches, may lead to weight loss and beats fatigue, just to mention a few.

Source: Australian National Health and Medical Research Council