Water Calculator
This water calculator can help you estimate the amount of water you should drink as daily requirement so you don’t have to worry how much water you need. More info on this topic you can find below the form.
How does the water calculator work?
This tool can prove to be very useful in determining how much water you actually need to drink as it takes various factors in consideration.
As we all know, there are many contradictions when it comes to the subject of water and everyone seems to have a different opinion.
The common sense advice would be to follow your body and see what it requires but in the same time start with some guidelines that can reflect your state.
For instance, this water calculator asks you to provide your weight, in either English or metric and your level of activity and age. Within the activity level you can choose from Sedentary, Moderately active, Active and Highly active.
Once you press calculate you will be given the amount of water you need in various measurements so it includes the units you feel most comfortable with.
Example calculation:
For a female, aged 35, weighing 165 lbs and with a moderately active lifestyle, the daily water intake is of around 107.3 ounces or approximately 3.2 liters or 13.4 cups.
If she would become highly active and maintain her weight then she would probably require more water, around 132 ounces per day. You can calculate as many situations as you like by pressing calculate again.
Why is water intake so important?
Water is essential for the body to work properly. Daily water intake must be calculated according to the weight and lifestyle of each person as it is important that the body receives the right amount of fluids for his needs.
Meeting your daily water requirements will keep you away from dehydration, increase your performance and even take you on the way to a healthier, leaner body.
The total fluid intake consists of water, other beverages drunk and water from foods eaten. According to the Institute of Medicine, about 80 percent of the water you consume each day comes from water and beverages, and about 20 percent is derived from the foods.
When you know the daily water consumption, you can also calculate the hourly water requirement by dividing the amount obtained to the hours you are awake during day. For example an active 150 pound person that sleeps 8 hours per night should drink 8 oz water every hour.
How about children’s water intake?
The water calculator can even estimate how much water a child should drink. This is a sensible issue as a proper level of hydration helps the kid develop properly, maintain a healthy weight and good concentration levels.
This is why it is very important to keep track of the fluid intake of the child. Especially because the little ones don't always ask for water, by the time a toddler realizes he is thirsty he may already be mildly dehydrated.
A child's daily intake of fluids varies with age, weight and gender, temperature, activity levels and overall health condition.
What if it’s too little or too much?
Knowing exactly what your body wants is essential otherwise you can fall on either side. You might drink too little water and be prone to dehydration, with symptoms like headaches, fatigue, heartburn or lack of concentration.
Or you might have too much water and have a risk to develop hyponatremia or water intoxication that triggers cell ruptures in different parts of the body and symptoms like vomiting, headaches, confusion and later seizures and coma.
References
1) Montain SJ, Cheuvront SN, Carter R, Sawka MN. (2006) Human Water and Electrolyte Balance.
2 Sawka M, et al. Human water needs. Nutrition Reviews 2005;63:S30.
Water Consumption Calculator
Have you ever wondered how much water we're supposed to drink daily for proper hydration? For many years, people have been under the impression that we are only supposed to consume 64 ounces a day. This is a common misconception. The actual amount is determined by a couple of factors: one being a person's weight and the other the amount of activity, or exercise, the person engages in.
My application calculates how much water one is suppose to consume on a daily basis based on both of these determining factors and since most of us drink bottled water, it calculates the amount of bottles needed for the amount of ounces we need also. By entering your information below and clicking Calculate Water, you will be shown how much water you should consume daily in ounces and in 16.9 ounce bottles. To do another water calculation, simply click Reset Calculator and start again. Happy hydrating!
Water Intake Calculator
You can use this water intake calculator to approximate the amount of water you need to consume in relation to the amount of time you will exercise and your body weight.
Calculate your water intake requirements by following four simple steps:
1. Select from the imperial or metric measurement systems.
2. Input your full body weight in kilos or pounds.
3. Input the workout duration in total minutes per day.
4. Click on the "Calculate" button to generate the results.
How Water is Beneficial for Your Health
Water makes up an estimated 60% of your body weight. It is a critical chemical component that your body depends on to survive.
The organs, tissues, and cells that form your body require water to function. If you do not consume sufficient water, you will become dehydrated, and this will impact your body's ability to work properly. Even minor cases of dehydration can leave you feeling lethargic and lacking energy.
How Much Water do you Need to Consume?
Your body uses water throughout the day. It is eliminated through perspiration, sweating, urine, bowel movements, and even breathing.
To ensure your body functions as it should, you should ensure that you replenish any water you lose by consuming drinks and food items that contain water.
But exactly how much water do you need?
According to the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, the required daily fluid intake for an adult is as follows:
Females: 2.7 liters (11.5 cups)
Males: 3.7 liters (15.5 cups)
The quantities outlined above include the water consumed via drinks and food. In the majority of cases, around 20% of the daily fluid intake is derived from food, and the remainder comes from drinks.
Factors That Determine Water Intake Needs
The amount of water that you need to intake will vary according to a number of different factors, including the following:
Environment. If the weather conditions are humid or hot, you will sweat more, and this will mean that you need to consume higher levels of water. Dehydration is also more common at high altitudes.
Activity levels. If you engage in any type of activity that makes you sweat, you need to consume additional water to replace any fluids that you lose. It is critical that you consume water in advance, throughout, and after working out.
Overall health. If you have a fever or are suffering from an illness, you may lose water from your body. Ensure that you adhere to your doctor's recommendations at all times to ensure you remain hydrated.
Pregnancy or breastfeeding. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you will need to consume extra fluids to ensure that you remain sufficiently hydrated.
