is a gallon of water too much to drink in one day?

Answer 1

noo! its actually HEALTHY!
did you know: by drinking large quantities of water each day you can reduce the risk of getting pimples or acne, plus it tones your skin and gives it more glow!

and its good for your inner organs!

it also reduces STRESS!

so drink drink drink!

Answer 2

Drinking A Gallon Of Water

Answer 3

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is a gallon of water too much to drink in one day?

Answer 4

You should drink 1/2 oz of water per pound of weight
so for me at 256 lbs - 128 oz of water - or a gallon - is right for me

you at 128 lbs should drink 64 oz of water - or a half a gallon - see?

so if you are skinniy and chugging that much water because you are thirsty - may want to check with your physician - could indicate something is wrong like diabetes -

diabetic 2 for 3 yrs - was drinking 2 gallons of water when diagnosed - good luck

Answer 5

YES! The 8 glasses of water a day theory (8 eight-ounce glasses per day) should also be adding in water from the food you eat, so if you're drinking a gallon (which is 128oz), you're well over the 8 glasses of water a day theory even WITH food added.
To replace daily losses of water, an average-sized adult with healthy kidneys sitting in a temperate climate needs no more than one liter of fluid, according to Jurgen Schnermann, a kidney physiologist at the National Institutes of Health.

One liter is the equivalent of about four 8-ounce glasses. According to most estimates, that's roughly the amount of water most Americans get in solid food. In short, though doctors don't recommend it, many of us could cover our bare-minimum daily water needs without drinking anything during the day.

Answer 6

To function properly, the body requires between one and seven litres of water per day to avoid dehydration; the precise amount depends on the level of activity, temperature, humidity, and other factors. Most of this is ingested through foods or beverages other than drinking straight water. It is not clear how much water intake is needed by healthy people. For those who do not have kidney problems, it is rather difficult to drink too much water, but (especially in warm humid weather and while exercising) it is dangerous to drink too little. People can drink far more water than necessary while exercising, however, putting them at risk of water intoxication, which can be fatal. The "fact" that a person should consume eight glasses of water per day cannot be traced back to a scientific source.[5] There are other myths such as the effect of water on weight loss and constipation that have been dispelled.[6]

A shower.The latest dietary reference intake report by the United States National Research Council recommended (including food sources): 2.7 litres of water total for women and 3.7 litres for men.[7] Water is lost from the body in urine and feces, through sweating, and by exhalation of water vapor in the breath.

Humans require water that does not contain too many impurities. Common impurities include metal salts and/or harmful bacteria, such as vibrio. Some solutes are acceptable and even desirable for taste enhancement and to provide needed electrolytes.

(the above is from wiki "water" article)

Answer 7

Decaf coffee is a great low-calorie fluid when you're having cravings (and an excellent source of antioxidants).

Answer 8

Do your trips to market with a list and an occasion limit; that way, you're unlikely to stray into the ready-made foods section.

Answer 9

Use a vegetable bean dip for example hummus instead of ranch dressing or even a fatty cream-based dip.

Answer 10

Decaf coffee is a good low-calorie fluid when you're having cravings (and an incredible source of antioxidants).

Answer 11

Though no single formula fits everyone, knowing more about your body's need for fluids will help you estimate how much water to drink each day.

The average urine output for adults is 1.5 liters a day. You lose close to an additional liter of water a day through breathing, sweating and bowel movements. Food usually accounts for 20 percent of your total fluid intake, so if you consume 2 liters of water or other beverages a day (a little more than 8 cups) along with your normal diet, you will typically replace the lost fluids.

You may need to modify your total fluid intake depending on how active you are, the climate you live in, your health status, and if you're pregnant or breast-feeding.

Exercise. The more you exercise, the more fluid you'll need to keep your body hydrated. An extra 1 or 2 cups of water should suffice for short bouts of exercise, but intense exercise lasting more than an hour (for example, running a marathon) requires additional fluid. How much additional fluid is needed depends on how much you sweat during the exercise, but 13 to26 ounces (or about 2 to 3 cups) an hour will generally be adequate, unless the weather is exceptionally warm.

During long bouts of intense exercise, it's best to use a sports drink that contains sodium, as this will help replace sodium lost in sweat and reduce the chances of developing hyponatremia, which can be life-threatening. Fluid also should be replaced after exercise. Drinking 16 ounces of fluid per pound of body weight lost during exercise is recommended.

Environment. Hot or humid weather can make you sweat and requires additional intake of fluid. Heated indoor air also can cause your skin to lose moisture during wintertime. Further, altitudes greater than 2,500 meters (8,200 feet) may trigger increased urination and more rapid breathing, which use up more of your fluid reserves.
Illnesses or health conditions. Signs of illnesses, such as fever, vomiting and diarrhea, cause your body to lose additional fluids. In these cases you should drink more water and may even need oral rehydration solutions, such as Gatorade, Powerade or Ceralyte. Certain conditions, including bladder infections or urinary tract stones, also require increased water intake. On the other hand, certain conditions such as heart failure and some types of kidney, liver and adrenal diseases may impair excretion of water and even require that you limit your fluid intake.
Pregnancy or breast-feeding. Women who are expecting or breast-feeding need additional fluids to stay hydrated. Large amounts of fluid are lost especially when nursing. The Institute of Medicine recommends that pregnant women drink 2.4 liters (about 10 cups) of fluids daily and women who breast-feed consume 3.0 liters (about 12.5 cups) of fluids a day.