How Much Water Do You Actually Need?

We’ve all heard the “8 glasses a day” rule, but is that actually true? Or just something your mum told you in the 90s? Let’s clear this up once and for all, because staying hydrated isn’t just about ticking a box, it’s about keeping your body and brain firing.


So, How Much Water Do You Actually Need?

The short answer: it depends.

According to the Australian National Health and Medical Research Council, the average adult should aim for:

  • About 2.6L a day for men
    About 2.1L a day for women

That includes water from food (like fruit and veg) but most of it needs to come from drinks. If you’re sweating a lot (gym session, run, hot day) or drinking coffee and alcohol, you’ll need more.


Why Hydration Matters

Water does way more than just stop you feeling thirsty. It:

  • Keeps your brain sharp and focused
  • Regulates body temperature
  • Helps transport nutrients around your body
  • Supports digestion and healthy skin

Even being slightly dehydrated can cause brain fog, headaches, fatigue, and mood swings.


The Problem: Drinking Enough Isn’t Always Easy

You know the drill, you smash a glass of water first thing, then suddenly it’s 3pm and you haven’t had another. Or you drink heaps of coffee, but forget water even exists.

How to Make Hydration Easy

  • Keep water nearby: Fill a bottle first thing in the morning
  • Spread it out: Sip through the day instead of chugging it all at once
  • Add electrolytes: If you’ve been sweating, exercising, or had a big night out, water alone isn’t enough

Where Day Lytes Comes In

Day Lytes is the easiest way to stay on top of hydration. Each sachet helps your body absorb water properly with:

  • Sodium from Murray River Salt
  • Potassium & Magnesium for muscle and nerve function
  • Naturally sweetened watermelon flavour (so you’ll actually want to drink it)

Bottom Line

Hydration isn’t one-size-fits-all, but most of us could use a little more. Start small, sip often, and when you need a boost, mix a Day Lytes.


Grab a box of Day Lytes and make hydration one of the easiest wins of your day.

 

 

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