"Water Intake: Key to Energy, Skin Health & Digestion"

  How much water should you drink: Boost your energy, skin health and digestion with these hydration tips 

There's no doubt about how important hydration is for our bodies. Water regulates body temperature, aids digestion and keeps  skin healthy and glowing. Prolonged dehydration can lead to constipation, low energy and brain fog. The amount of water our bodies need depends on a variety of factors, but if you're looking for ideas on how to drink more water, you've come to the right place. 

 Prolonged dehydration can lead to symptoms like constipation, low energy and brain fog. 

Prolonged dehydration can lead to constipation, lack of energy, and mental confusion. 

 For many years, it was believed that people should drink eight 8-ounce glasses of water a day, also known as the "8x8 rule." However, recent research has shown that fluid needs vary from person to person, and this is influenced by body size, activity level, and diet. 

As a general guideline, men need 3.7 liters of water, while women should drink 2.7 liters per day, including ingested fluids. However, this is only an estimate, and various factors such as the amount and duration of exercise, climate, and certain health conditions may increase an individual's needs. 

It's important to listen to your body. "Thirst is a natural indicator that your body needs more fluids," functional integrative nutritionist Francesca Alfano tells American News Channel.