The Myth of Drinking 8 Cups of Water Per Day

[@thomasharrison72]

I always thought you were supposed to drink when thirsty, eat when hungry and sleep when tired !!

[@cherierhynes8514]

Likewise.

[@kanamasai5194]

Excellent ... and so sensible. 1) Too many times nowadays we blindly follow a study/medical advice. 2) We forget our body is the best advisor. 3) Each of us also have different size bodies; do different work ... etc

[@jayreljumawan7466]

correct

[@mattypants]

Right, that's why no one has told you to drink 8 cups a day for 30 years. You drink half your body weight in ounces.

[@macclift9956]

"Drink when you're thirsty" is great advice. The insane trend to overhydrate the body needs to be challenged.

[@perrycoffey5410]

I think it's more insane that Americans would drink this much water

[@wildswan221]

I remember that marketing for this 8 cups a day began about 30 years ago. That is when "spring water" began to be sold en masse in plastic bottles. The "spring" is just tap water that is filtered. The problem with filtering water that goes into plastic is that it leaches more BPA/BPF/BPS from the plastic.

[@joanhui2041]

That is so good to know. I always wonder how in the world I can drink 8 cups of water a day. Now, I have the answer, thanks.

[@dianaulun951]

If you keep on sweating you need to hydrate yourself.

[@madeleinegrayson8372]

​@@dianaulun951 yes but with electrolytes present as well. People drink too much plain water. That causes problems too. Even just a punch if sea salt on the tongue once or twice per day will help the cells to receive the water, rather than it going right through.

[@denniandreuzza3944]

You are a real doctor ! Respect!

[@Vk-wx8ls]

It is a myth that works. I have been drinking warm water for the last 30 years. 72 years now, walk about 15 kms a day, never fell sick, never visited doctor for any illness. BP around 138/89 Suggest all my friends to drink warm water first thing in the morning.

[@candythaglamcook]

Sometimes good health is genetic. I've never visited a Dr for any illness but to deliver 2 babies, they staff called me boring because I had no health issues. I eat what I want and don't drink alot of water, also don't exercise. I just chalk it up to good genes, because I literally don't do anything to be healthy but I am.

[@mikeches7992]

You mean your BP is 138/89...😂

[@candythaglamcook]

@Mike Ches actually my blood pressure has always been perfect never struggled with that.

[@grash4435]

No it doesn't if I drink 8 glasses of water, I get so many cramps I can't walk. The comment sense tales you how much water you can drink . Firstly if you are small you do not need so much water you do not tell me I need so much water like my husband He is 2.03 m. And I am 1.52 m. I am 73 years old and my health is excellent.

[@puidemare2337]

Well, as he said do what works for you. Not everyone is gonna need 8 glasses of water a day. Has anyone ever asked why eight? What methodology was used to come to this metric? Many people hear "expert" and "studies" and take it as truth. Rarely, do people bother examining the studies or information for themselves. Humans have lived for millions of years without "studies" and "experts" telling them how and what to eat and drink. We are the only animals who don't know how to do that instinctually. I respect this youtuber for saying listen to your body and not try to say his way is the correct way. Most youtube "experts" will say whatever they say is the only correct way. Those are the ones I trust least.

[@cellodiva1]

Thank you Alex!! That alone is taking stress away without your lovely exercises . I’ve almost made myself vomit from trying to drink levels that are generally accepted as necessary.

[@nosajsamaniego4512]

Man, ya'll kids are stooooopid; 😒 If you're consuming fruits & vegetables which are high in water content..., then you're STILL... consuming... water...; Which means the, "8 cups of water a day," is STILL correct; Because a CUP is a measurement unit; Not the dish which we consume beverages from; 😒 Get healthy and stop making excuses;

[@dbdnrbdb]

LoL 8 cups throughout the day is not over kill. If you are nauseous from 8 cups than you have other things to worry about

[@nosajsamaniego4512]

@@dbdnrbdb facts;

[@neveralone7]

makes so much sense, everyone is different, can't lump us all together. Some need more water, some need less.

[@dennmmmy]

Everyone is different..I walk alot and work in a restaurant as I cook..constantly moving and feel like I need water...this is why when u go to the hospital when sick the first thing they do while checking ur vital signs is hook up an IV...majority of people are dehydrated don't drink enough water...

[@pallavisreetambraparni6995]

This makes so much sense. One cannot generalize that we all need 6-8 glasses of water everyday. It depends on how each person is built and how much they weigh and how tall they are and how much rigorous physical activity they do and what kinds of foods they consume etc. If a person consumes a diet rich in fruits and vegetables, then alot of fruits and vegetables are high in water content like watermelon, cantaloupe, honeydew, pineapple, cucumber, tomatoes, citrus fruits, etc. and one does not need to drink 6 to 8 glasses of water a day

[@carlwash1]

Indeed!

[@musicful7036]

Well said!

[@ByDesign333]

Bingo!

[@misst.e.a.187]

Precisely. And what size glass are we talking about?

[@nosajsamaniego4512]

Man, ya'll kids are stooooopid; 😒 If you're consuming fruits & vegetables which are high in water content..., then you're STILL... consuming... water...; Which means the, "8 cups of water a day," is STILL correct; Because a CUP is a measurement unit; Not the dish which we consume beverages from; 😒 Get healthy and stop looking for excuses;

[@janasaddalani3015]

Masha Allah thank you for this info. First time to hear only you can topic real talk,I agree to you because me not to much drink water way 1400 years ago said of our Prophet Muhammad Pbuh is swallow water 3 times and eat if you are hungry and not to much food.

[@pammylovesreviews9128]

Thank you! I only drink whenever I'm thirsty and I felt so guilty all this time. This is such a relief! What an eye-opener.

[@madeleinegrayson8372]

He's not entirely correct here. Most people are chronically dehydrated. The important thing he's leavhing out here is that water intake must include electrolytes. Then the body uses the water at a cellular level. Without them, water mostly just passes through. So don't feel guilty, just drink enough water and add electrolytes to the water or a pinch of sea salt on the tongue after each glass.

[@sylhomeo6351]

I’m usually not thirsty, but if I don’t drink more than I want to, I get a headache. I believe in Chinese medicine a lot and I think they know the human body more than anyone

[@wendysimmons5906]

My bladder doc asked me why I felt I needed to drink so much. I said thats what you hear all the time. He said stop it. Drink when youre thirsty.and magically Ive had less problems.

[@paulajackson4638]

My kidney doctor told me I needed to drink more water. I asked her how much is more water. 80 oz. I asked her to repeat herself. 80 oz..i cant drink that much..

[@madeleinegrayson8372]

You needed electrolytes, not less water. With electrolytes present, the body pulls the new water into the cells and expels the old water, which is necessary and healthy. Without electrolytes the water goes straight through.

[@superwomanme]

​@@madeleinegrayson8372 how can I add electrolytes to water?

[@madeleinegrayson8372]

@@superwomanme lemon juice, sea salt or buy electrolyte powder to add. Drop Drop or Liquid IV are great. But simply adding a bit of sea salt to the tongue after each glass of water would suffice.

[@superwomanme]

@@madeleinegrayson8372 thank you very much

[@lakshmikrithika2521]

In yoga/ayurveda also it's recommended to drink water only when thirsty..and no specific recommendation is prescribed. My husband forced me to do this 8 cups thing and I was rushing to the washroom every half an hour or 40 minutes. I was expelling more than I was drinking. I didn't like it so I stopped and now only drink when I feel thirsty.

[@michelleluu9884]

Thanh you all. Very good information and i was wrong to have 8 glasses a day which i was in and out the restroom. Thanj again!

[@madeleinegrayson8372]

One needs to take sea salt or electrolytes with water as well. Dr Batmanghelidj wrote several very detailed books backed by data as to how crucial it is to drink enough water and how even mild dehydration leads to myriad diseases. But if you drink water without electrolytes, you're causing more problems as well.

[@renkitjenkit]

Oh Dr Alex please be my friend. I need you in my life. Such wonderful informative knowledge. Thank you

[@jonomate]

Loved the video Alex! I remember many years ago when I was told about the 8 cups that there's no way I can do it every day. I just felt uncomfortable when I drank too much, so I stopped. Your video has helped me understand this better. Thanks!

[@DrAlexHui]

Thanks Jonathan! Good for you that you don't listen to any 'experts', but feel what your body is trying to tell you.

[@tallie338]

Everyone always think they have an answer for everything. Somethings is personal choice. And everyone’s body and situations are different. Everyone has to do what is good for them.

[@mimiandradetvinspirational4409]

This is a full degree-turn sbout from what is commonly preached" drink at least 8 glasses of water a day.Thanks for.the input😊

[@elisatalon8665]

Thank for the information what about drinking coconut water whats the benefits of this..

[@ej9404]

Good information and thank you for your good explanation and advice. I cannot drink 8 glasses of water. I always drink when I am thirsty. Thank you for good adviceUSA

[@tlysag2010]

This is a great video, thanks for sharing. At first I was skeptical but a while back, but ever since I started drinking water based on listening to my body( def less than 8 cups), my digestion and edema improved.

[@YogaBlissDance]

Edema is specifically the "spleen damp" he;s talking about, that is the Chinese medicine way of saying it so yep!

[@rabiaahishak5727]

Love this..& no more worrying for not drinking 8 cups😁 tq Alex!

[@vadimislearningguitar4977]

i love your simple way - i subscribed - i am from italy and since i was a child i have been in love with chinese martial arts ... qi gong i believe is extraordinary ... thanks a lot

[@joanhui2041]

You are so right . I’m so glad you cleared this point. Thank you again, so proud of you .

[@NEXTGAMINGCh]

Absolutely i just stopped drinking water 1weeks ago and i feel much better. Get better sleep Feels the energy No stressing

[@kathrynletchford5114]

😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@jeansonnichsen7807]

Thank you for your wisdom ✨

[@ihavenoideaforaname8573]

Alex, you presented a good, informative video. I am going to follow your idea from now on. The traditional Indian (from India) concept of how much liquids to consume also confirms your Chinese ieda .

[@mohamadnazli2480]

I love this statement “is that for u?” It goes to almost anything including flu/covid or any kind of jab.

[@GhostK-cx9fq]

Figured the study would come from scientists, follow the science

[@pilarq7886]

Did u know it's not a v I r u s . . It's s n a k e v e n o m theyve been c o n t a m I n a t ing us with No Lie . . Read D o c B r y a n A r d I s

[@loveholidaybyviction1272]

I’ve tried drinking eight glasses of water a day, but was always bloated. My aunt told me never drink too much water, and she live to be 85 years old.

[@top5deadoralive746]

Maybe try not to drink it all at once lol

[@BlackVibeBallsack]

8 cups and 8 glasses is totally different.... 1 cup is only 8oz You prolly drank twice as much

[@magicworld3242]

My Mom is 97 and she still drinks a lot of water everyday.

[@woodyboy6493]

Bloated?? Are you using steroids or something too lol don't understand how you get bloated especially because the pissing

[@sparkles3282]

this is also what is said in yoga! drink when you're thirsty otherwise, more water will be retained than what is needed and your brain will be impacted negatively.

[@drai3641]

Right you are, as a 69 year old, I can recall my youth days never paying attention to how much I drank water, and result is even now Ido not have any need to seek a doctor for health…. Thank you again and again for relieving the truth about human conditions 🥇💫

[@SivaKumar-cl6xh]

What do you mean maam

[@chuck9112]

Exactly right. Even for me or anyone, it depends on so many variables. If you are in a cold climate, your body will hold on to water. A hot climate you will sweat, etc.. just listen to your body this is simple.

[@shotgunhobo1776]

A cup is not a glass. It also depends on size and body weight. A 5’1 female and Andre the Giant do not have the same water intake needs.

[@kenfrayer8786]

Yes. Technically a cup of water is 8 oz of water.

[@shotgunhobo1776]

@@kenfrayer8786 technically the debate of what the difference between a cup and a glass is, is, well a debate. I said nothing about volume.

[@sendit1157]

Thank you so much, I was drinking a gallon of water every day. And I started losing weight really too fast.

[@jomichat1975]

It makes sense. This is not bullshit advice. Thanks.

[@wanderingsoul2909]

Hi Alex, thanks for dispelling the 8 glasses of water myth, any other myths that we should ignore ?

[@GraceDollesin]

Yeah! Like having a reading of Blood Pressure of 120/80. Humans are different in physiology. I guess , that’s a co-census between pharmaceuticals and medical drs. Lol! I’m not falling for any of their shit. I eat everything in moderation and do my walking. The only time we need a good doctor is when we break our bones, we have a deep wound that needs to be saw back. Basically, a good surgeon.😊❤

[@wanderingsoul2909]

@@GraceDollesin Well, the BP normal BP lie is SUPER BIG PHARMA cash cow. Blood pressure meds , statins and everything else. I wish there was someone revealing what isacceptable blood pressure is for seniors ?

[@pattiec8156]

WOW I was so happy to come across this video. Throughout my entire life, and i will be 76 next month, i was never really thirsty. I never liked water either. I pretty much drink just for the taste. I love Coke and Iced Tea. I drink a small bottle of water per day. I never had a problem with dehydration. Isn't it weird how i am very rarely thirsty?

[@Francisjeddkdjd]

Its not weird. It is normal if u love coke😂😂

[@tigger7744]

me too. I drink coke, tea, ice tea, coffee, juice and I eat cucumber, watermelon, and pineapple but I rarely drink water.

[@Pattio47]

My grandmother never drank water. A cup of tea after each meal only. She lived to be 96

[@arihanggara6662]

My mother hates to drink mineral water cos no tastes 😁 but she is still strong till 80s now🤗

[@zedzedversa6440]

tnx u doc. alex ilve your channel very nice . lve it

[@irishmick6709]

I experimented by drinking 8 cups per day, felt bloated, so I cut consumption down to 4 cups per day. Now that I'm middle aged and somewhat wiser, I tend to listen to my body and what it wants ( or needs) and I generally manage to achieve a good, healthy balance. We are all individuals and we need to find what works for us. Ciao!

[@carlwash1]

Lol!

[@shegoddess46]

I hate water especially if I have other options like lemonade 😂 but seriously, 1 cup of hot water with half lemon juice in the am. 1 glass of water in the middle of the day then a cup of hot water with ginger and lemon juice before bed keeps me hydrated and my skin is clear 👌🏽 we all must do what works for us as individuals 😊

[@madeleinegrayson8372]

One needs electrolytes with water. See the work of Dr Batmanghelidj. Add a pinch of sea salt to the tongue after each glass of water and watch miracles happen.

[@noellapasigue4544]

We are Asian but we are not Chinese

[@merewynyard5813]

Grateful I never listened to the so called experts and drank water when I felt I needed it😊

[@benatural49]

Awesome information! Thanks!

[@ЮлияМалышева-з7ц]

Great! Thanks a lot, Alex! I like your videos very much.

[@elizabethkong7354]

THANKS ALEX IT GOOD OF YOU TO SHARE GOD BLESS YOU 🙏🙋🏻‍♀️🥰🇵🇭

[@DCB938]

I’ve heard a few doctors say the same regarding water intake. When I was a child nobody told me I had to drink so much water and I drank only when I was thirsty. We would play outside all day long and I seldom got thirsty. It wasn’t until I came to the US that I was told to drink a lot of water. I’m in my 70s now and have sinus problems so I always have a dry mouth so now I always have a bottle of water nearby and sip a little bit just to wet my mouth. It’s not anywhere near 8 glasses of 8 ounces. Lol

[@wildswan221]

It sounds like your electrolytes balance has been messed up due to the water. I used to filter water and then make bone broth with sea salt for my mother when she was elderly. This worked very well. If you drink bottled water, try Gerolsteiner as it is high in magnesium. This also made a huge difference for my mom. When she grew up, she had well water in a clean area. Alas, alas.

[@madeleinegrayson8372]

I second the other comment. Water is never the problem, it's water without electrolytes. Just some sea salt on the tongue after each glass of water changes everything. Most people are chronically dehydrated these days, so whike I love this channel, he's not entirely correct here.

[@irenem1838]

Sleeping with the mouth open can be from mold spores in a room. Stuffy sinus is a symptom. Get a decent air purifier. I think you sinus will clear up. There is lot of indoor pollution that gets trapped in homes. Also, mouth breathing can cause cavities and dry mouth.

[@marciawilliams1316]

Thank u,I always wondered about that,only drink when thirsty.Lovely vid.Have a nice day.❤

[@dominicwee3237]

Hi Alex, Thanks for sharing... 🙂

[@patriciaissa7935]

Always put a tiny pinch of salt in your water for maximum absorption of the water.

[@ccaselli7]

Natural salt..celtic seasalt, or himalayan

[@astonishingaa-ron2529]

@@ccaselli7your right ☝️

[@SeptLibra55]

What about those with kidney problems with high creatinine and low Gfr levels? Would appreciate an answer to that question . Thanks

[@ballyhothi3830]

I'd like an answer to this too

[@ofwlifechannel]

Yes how about that issue would like to answer too👍

[@lilacnpink3864]

My opinion is this is not applicable to old people because when you get old most of the time you can not feel thirst. You just suddenly experience shortness of breath because of lack of water. So it is better to drink water whether you feel thirsty or not.

[@DeborahEvans-v1f]

Thank you Alex. I found this very informative.

[@funnythree5283]

Good morning, Dr Alex

[@seeminahmednecklaces]

It make sense lovely vedeo I have question is there r any remedy for Parkinson disease in Chinese medicines

[@perlamaru6751]

Finally someone got it right I always thought it was wrong I'm my village we only drink water if your body will ask for it and the resistance don't suffer from any of this sickness I personally get sick if I drink more then 2 glasses but if I'm in hot wheather I can drink a full gallon and don't get sick thank I now know i was not crazy I listen to my body thank again for your correct imformacion ❤

[@carlwash1]

That's right!

[@chiocampo3124]

This is new info for me listening to you but it makes sense.. all my life ive been struggling to drink 8 glasses of water a day no matter what season it is.. thank you for this enlightenment this was helpful!

[@ZarinaBugti]

Great information

[@madhubalasharma2822]

Excellent 👍👍 teaching.

[@jojieluna1571]

Very very Informative🖒Thank you Sir...😊

[@jenniferdavis2110]

Thanks so much for the info Dr. Alex… watching from NY

[@joybanez305]

Thanks for the information..

[@queenefaithl5498]

Great information...and how can you stop the painful skin and tissues from water retention?

[@jaylinda4211]

Thanks for the advice, I did realize that 8 cups of water is a little too much as advised by others. Drink only when thirsty makes a lot of sense.

[@claudiastrong9107]

Very grateful for this information!! It works and I am feeling the good efects from these exercises!

[@glossypots]

I remember when ecstasy was the popular recreational drug of the time. Users were told to be careful of dehydration and to drink as much water as possible. A couple of people died not from the ecstasy tablet but from the amount of water they consumed which caused brain damage and organs to fail.

[@CarmenRamirez-hc2fh]

Wow that’s scary 😟

[@romedbucher2854]

Wow, that's an interesting theory...based on... a couple of people...

[@romedbucher2854]

@Noway it's a theory or, in fact, a postulate, until proven by facts or evidence. Anybody can claim anything here. So, when you make such a claim, how and why should anybody believe it? It would take a very large amount of water to cause death through brain damage and organ failure. Most people would not even be able to physically intake so much water within a short time, well, unless perhaps their judgment and perception are screwed up by some drug abuse. Sorry, but just based on what you write here, this sounds very much like a weird theory, if I want to say it diplomatically. Apart from that, I'm well aware that overconsumption of water, like any overconsumption, is unhealthy, dangerous even. I never could understand that people actually believed this crap that drinking so much water should be necessary or healthy.

[@miaporche2256]

Gtfoh....

[@alsetalokin88]

@@romedbucher2854 it is called water intoxication and it is a real thing. cells depend on water to balance osmosis functions. it must be in a constant yin and yang state. either extreme is disastrous for the cells, and the body.

[@ardoughman1323]

Thank you for the info 😊👍👍👍

[@silveriosoloveres1716]

Thank you very much my friend in your information

[@lisaortiz8168]

Thanks for the information!!

[@mariaobrien7263]

Very good information. Because my son always tells me to drink water, and I said I'm not thirsty, and I feel like I'm drowning if I force ,yselfbto drink a lot. So I was right, my body is telling me I don't need to drink a lot of water. Thank you for this information.

[@georgeblake2187]

Very interesting, great job well done 👍

[@carlotaalsola8059]

This make sense.thank you for the info .💐💕

[@pattysmall1865]

Very interesting & informative.Had no idea.I had to SUBCRIBE..👌🏼

[@gerryzerna377]

Great explanation, thank you

[@alysmarcus7747]

Thankyou so much for this. i get so tired of people telling me i should 'drink water' as the answer for everything. one day years ago a friend was at me so much in one day , i just went along with it. by supper hour i had a migraine and for the first time in my life i threw up all that water, quite violently. I found out later that because of a medical condition i have as a result of injury - that was really dangerous for my brain. But, my body knew what to do - and every time some one has bugged me about it - i remember that event

[@mybuuta2758]

Thank you doc. Could you please make a video for anemia or low blood pressure? I always feel tired ...thanj you!

[@nokuphiwamadela]

Thank you for this lesson

[@Christina-yw7go]

Thank you for the info 😊

[@macpakinga1271]

Thank you for sharing alex. ❤

[@bridgetclark1251]

Thanks Alex,I am glade I found you..

[@oyasantos7147]

Thank you so much alex for the info...😊

[@CarolNguni-u6d]

I am still going to be drinking 8 cups of water a day even when I don't feel thirsty. I nearly passed out simply because I didn't have enough water in me. I rarely get thirsty, every time I waited to be thirsty to drink water I found myself drinking a cup or two which actually gave me side effects such as dizziness, lightheaded, short breathe, weakness and no appetite. Some doctor suggested I put myself on a water therapy of 8 glasses of water even if I didn't feel like drinking or else I will be drinking water by force through a drip. The more than 8 glasses of water has worked wonders for me. Feel free to do what works for you. Bodies are different.

[@bsabdullah1]

People who are actually dehydrated sometimes don't feel thirsty. This has resulted in injury or even death in some cases e.g. Korey Stringer.

[@rowley1950]

Brilliant! Thanks Doctor, that just answered a lot of questions Ive got regarding water intake.

[@victoriafernandes6843]

Mestre, muito obrigado pela informação.

[@maritesfontanosa1114]

Thank you Alex , very informative video

[@jayalekshmis12]

What does Chinese Medicine say about drinking lots of warm water in the morning? I have heard it is good for health. Is it? How much ought one drink on empty stomach? Thank you❤

[@normalak4236]

Terima kaseh Dr...info yang sgt bagus..

[@susanbrand3433]

Thank you. You make a lot of sense. Thank you.

[@JohnnyW36]

Wow! Very good information.

[@pilarq7886]

Thank you for helping us

[@simoneholder-russell9793]

Thank u for sharing this info is quite accurate

[@glennrobinson7193]

This is definitely true. Drinking 8 cups of water a day is a huge fallacy.

[@Meetjesusatthewell]

Thank your advice as it really make sense to me.😊

[@shelitopabroa7565]

Thanks for the idea

[@shosmyth1454]

Thank you Alex so much for your tremendous knowledge!

[@seinfarage9959]

Hi from Sénégal sir... You are very right 😊

[@bobrussell3602]

I've just read cellodiva's comment below. I HAVE vomited from drinking too much water ! Having watched Alex Hui's excellent video, I've subscribed. I would like to make a couple of points : Some years ago I was visiting our local doctor; I told him that I only drink coffee & tea. He quite rightly, told me off & said ' The blood going through your arteries is like soup.' Do you want it to be thick soup or thin soup ? I now drink water, and just the occasional cup pf tea or coffee. I am a very fit 79 year old, I was getting up 2 or three times at at night to urinate. I now drink nothing after 6.30 p.m. Now I am getting only up only once to urinate. I hope this will help other older people. l.

[@santostaulani8907]

I am a diabetic patient,do meanineed not to drink 8glass of water evryday, how about if my urine is dark yelow,,,thank you

[@snowbeach7]

Tysm for this priceless info. Truly our body is the best interpreter/one who can tell us what it needs/wants, just by listening to it. It's common sense that we should only do what it wants like if we're thirsty/hungry/tired etc & that's when we should only do it then. There's no rules what/when to do bc we're all different in every ways, it's stupid to follow only one rule for everyone. It really makes sense now :)

[@Mr.Toniothatis2030]

Thanks for the great info

[@hestergreen2031]

Thank you Dr. Hui, my question about the water in take, what if an individual has a poor diet. Not enough fruits & vegetables, then, how much water would be considered a decent amount to consume.