Water Intake Calculator
Calculate your daily water requirement based on your body weight, activity level and climate. Proper hydration is essential for maintaining good health and optimal bodily functions.
Your Daily Water Requirement
This is the estimated amount of water you should drink daily to stay properly hydrated based on your inputs.
| Base Water Requirement | 0 liters |
|---|---|
| Activity Adjustment | +0 liters |
| Climate Adjustment | +0 liters |
About Water Intake Calculator
Water is essential for life, and maintaining proper hydration is crucial for optimal health. Our water intake calculator helps you determine how much water you should drink daily based on your body weight, activity level, and climate conditions.
How Daily Water Requirement is Calculated
The calculation is based on the following formula:
- Base Requirement: 35ml of water per kg of body weight
- Activity Adjustment:
- Sedentary: +0%
- Lightly Active: +10%
- Moderately Active: +20%
- Very Active: +30%
- Extremely Active: +40%
- Climate Adjustment:
- Temperate: +0%
- Tropical: +15%
- Dry: +20%
- Cold: +5%
Why Proper Hydration Matters
Water makes up about 60% of your body weight and is involved in many important functions, including:
- Regulating body temperature
- Lubricating joints
- Protecting sensitive tissues
- Removing waste products
- Aiding digestion
- Maintaining healthy skin
Signs of Dehydration
Be aware of these common signs that you may not be drinking enough water:
- Thirst
- Dark yellow urine
- Fatigue
- Dizziness
- Dry mouth, lips and eyes
- Headaches
- Reduced urine output
Tips for Staying Hydrated
- Drink water throughout the day, not just when you're thirsty
- Carry a reusable water bottle with you
- Drink a glass of water before each meal
- Eat water-rich foods like fruits and vegetables
- Monitor your urine color - it should be light yellow
- Increase intake during exercise and in hot weather