How Much Water to Drink While Heart Health
Dehydration thickens the blood, making the heart work harder to pump it. Long-term adequate hydration is associated with a lower risk of heart failure.
2800ml
Recommended daily intake
2.8L
litres
11
glasses
tips_and_updatesHydration Tips for Heart Health
- check_circleSteady hydration throughout the day reduces strain on your heart
- check_circleAvoid drinking large amounts at once as it can temporarily increase blood volume
- check_circleLimit caffeine and alcohol which stress the cardiovascular system
- check_circleWater-rich foods like fruits and vegetables support heart health
- check_circleConsult your doctor about fluid limits if you have congestive heart failure
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Pregnancy
Pregnant women need extra water to support increased blood volume, amniotic fluid, and the growing baby. Dehydration can cause contractions.
3000ml/day
Breastfeeding
Breast milk is approximately 87% water. Nursing mothers need extra fluids to maintain milk production and their own hydration.
3500ml/day
Diabetes
High blood sugar causes the kidneys to flush excess glucose through urine, leading to increased fluid loss. People with diabetes are at chronic dehydration risk.
3000ml/day
Kidney Stones
Adequate fluid intake dilutes substances in urine that form stones. Urologists recommend high water intake as the single most effective kidney stone prevention strategy.
3500ml/day
UTI Prevention
Drinking plenty of water helps flush bacteria from the urinary tract before infection can develop. Consistent hydration is one of the best defenses against recurrent UTIs.
3000ml/day
Constipation
The colon absorbs water from stool as it passes through. When you are dehydrated, the colon takes more water, making stools hard and difficult to pass.
2800ml/day