How much water do you drink per day?

[andrewcstein]

About a gallon.

And as far the BMJ article goes; I am confused...

Caffeine is a diuretic which makes the body dehydrated. How can consuming caffeinated beverages help hydrate your body?

I don't know for sure, but I'd guess it depends on the reason for the intake of water. It could be for more than purely a hydration function.

[rchurchward]

They had a radio contest a couple of years ago where a woman had to see how much water she could drink to win a video game system. She drank too much, and wound up dying from it.

I remember that. It was called "Hold your Wee For A Wii" and they had to drink tons of water without having to use the restroom. To make a long story short, the lady drank like two gallons of water in a short period of time and died of water intoxication. So yeah, it can happen.

Sad part of the story is she's a wife and a mother of three kids, trying to win the Wii for her children. There is a lawsuit against the radio company now.

[molly1984]

I usually drink about 1 to 2 bottles a day, mostly just sitting at my desk at work. When I am at home I don't drink much water.

[Rybowski]

I have off January there, but I work at Moselem Springs Golf Club in Fleetwood, PA. It is an all-private course. Costs $105 to play there if you are accompanied by a member.

[TheTGB]

I drink just about 2 liters of water a day.

+ I drink whatever else I feel like. Usually some sort of fruit juice or vitamin water type drink. I haven't had more than 1 soda a month in about....eh 4 years?