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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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..
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 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.
@@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.
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...
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.
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.
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
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
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;
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.
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;
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.
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.
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.
I’m 180 and I drink between 75 ounces and 100 ounces a day I love water and don’t agree that you don’t drink water until you feel thirsty I don’t think that’s healthy
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.
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.
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!
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.
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!
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 😊
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.
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?
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 .
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
Actually for those who has high uric acid level or kidney stones are advised to drink more water so they can help flush and lowerthe ua level in the blood. For normal people is may be ok not to drink to much .
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.😊❤
@@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 ?
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 🥇💫
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 ❤
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❤
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
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
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!
I heard whatever our weight is we need to drink in ounces. I'm 220 which would be 220 ounces. But when water needs to be filtered these days it's hard to drink over 1 gallon a day.But yes he is correct about fruit and vegetables.
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
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.
If your urine volume decreases, the minerals become more concentrated causing high chances of kidney stones. Fluid intake is a huge kidney stone risk factor.
Thank you sir. I have been battling overactive bladder for years with poor results. As a weightlifter and now singer, it was drilled in to me to drink loads of water. This is confirming my suspicions.
I lift too. 10/27/21 was the first day of overactive bladder. I had been taking youtheory collagen several weeks plus lots of spinach. Lots of spinach plus collagen led to bladder sediment from hard water. I perform kegels in addition to lifting, and use vit b6/cranberry/magnesium to ease bladder symptoms. Cold also induces diuresis(canada). I also use non weighted ab training to relax the area around the bladder. Its a difficult dilemma as alberta has hard water, that coupled with oxalates in foods increases sediment in urine and kidney/bladder risk, so i use the above nutrients plus moderate hydration to moderate bladder issues.
huhu itulah... kita kadang terbiasa kinum air banyak... tpi bila diingati balik rasulullah ada ajar cara terbaik makan dan minum air.. perit diisi tiga bahagian, air, makanan dan udara... apabila minum air, minum secara perlahan dengan tiga tegukan pertama, kemudia minum dengan posisi duduk utk manfaat kesihatan
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.
I beg to differ that drink only when you’re thirsty. The saying to drink 8 cups of water does not apply to everyone as size of cup also matters. What’s required is to multiply your weight in kg. with 0.04 to determine the amount of water one need to drink per day. Key is to keep well hydrated. Not only that, one must drink at least a cup every 2 hours as our Red Blood Cells will start dehydrating after 2 hrs to ensure our blood viscosity remained good to avoid thickening the blood that hamper good blood circulation.
What you're saying about blood and viscosity is untrue. There is absolutely no need to be drinking water on a strict schedule. People should drink when they're thirsty.
Thanks Alex, It makes sense, people drinks so much water thinking it will prevent dehydration and cleansing.Infact it causes harm than good. Useful imformation .
Im trying my best to try anything to help others like persons who suffering from TINNITUS 🙏🏼 Im Drinking water a lot. I think almost 12 glasses of water a dayor more. Then i try to exercise to take out the sweat in my body. Eating foods like Vegetables,fish and less meat or pork. Sound therapy, Head massage i dont overthink try to feel happy make yourself busy . And ALWAYS PRAY BEFORE AND AFTER EVERY MORNING AND EVENING. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 I KNOW GOD WILL HELP US TO BE CURED AND GRANT OUR WISHES 🙏🏼💯🇵🇭
Dr Hui, ever since I started dtinking one bottle of room temperature water the 1st thing after waking up, mosquitos don't attack me like they used to. I believe the water on empty stomach helps me thin my blood.
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.
@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.
@@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.
I say this to Glorify the Lord i drink only a small cup of water a day for a year now i work a lot sweat alot i don't get dehydrated i eat fruits and veggies raw minimal that's enough i think it's a miracle i survive truly the foods that we eat nourishes us and above all it's Yeshuva who keeps us alive...
So true, I notice that whenever I drink a lot of water my skin becomes drier, I get hungrier and I pee a lot. But when I drink only when thirsty, everything in my body functions very well and my skin glows.
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.
good info... had my electrolytes crash HYPONUTREMIA from DIURETIC .. so now losing weight 20 lbs doing 35 minutes NORDIC WALK at first light - counting calories eating mostly fruits-veggies-whole unprocessed food and LEAN RED MEAT for heme iron mild anemia so in my counting calorie pad there are 8 glasses of water SYMBOL AT THE BOTTOM OF EACH DAY ...thought that was BS I was thinking WATER COMES FROM FRESH FRUIT AND VEGGIES...good vid thank you will drink when thirsty
Thank you. I have resisted the idea of drinking lots of water. If I drink too much water, my sleep is interrupted because I end up getting up during the night to pee. This affects my quality of sleep and in turn compromises my quality of life.
Don't forget, if you live in an arid region like the Desert Southwest, your water intake will be higher than if you live in a high humidity region like the Great Lakes region! It is much more challenging to stay hydrated in the desert.
You got great vibes, I generally see chinese people as being quite balanced and look very healthy, thats a good testament to back up the chinse medicine claims, looking at the results.
Thanks, it's true. Anyone who has tried the Fit For Life "diet" - not a diet but practicing food-combining, with lots of fruit & salads - knows that you don't need to be drinking water to become well hydrated.
In my own opinion in myself I drink water when I'm thirsty cause if I drink water if I'm not thirsty I feel I cannot breath good ,, but mostly I heard some people or doctor advise to drink lot of water maximum 12 glasses everyday but for me is difficult
Just drink when you are thirsty. I don't drink just water. I would boil a jug of water and put a sachet of green tea. 1sachet can boil 2 kettle hot water tea, drink of the entire day.
Interesting, I subscribed to your channel! I don't think i drink 8 cups of water but i like to have my bottle and drink as much as i can, If I don't my urine smells more and it gets darker, urine infections are more likely to occur. I feel water cleanses me, makes me more regular. I don't get sick, I thank water for that. I think drinking a lot of water is more for me., but I've learnt a lot from you.
I watched some interesting videos that mentioned that any liquid equates to water. Can you please do an episode on the thyroid? I subscribed to your channel after binge-watching. Thank you for the excellent information.
I was always skeptical about this. Us Asians don’t walk around with water bottles and are some of the longest living people on earth. My mom is 80, healthy, and rarely did I see her chug water daily. All she does is stay active, stay at a healthy weight, and avoid sugar.
Those people are also likely not drinking loads of water, caffeinated energy drinks, sitting in front of computers all day, etc. Water intake in the US is actually usually too low in most but electrolytes are crucial and need to to be added as well, even if just via some sea salt.
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I always thought you were supposed to drink when thirsty, eat when hungry and sleep when tired !!
Likewise.
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
correct
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.
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.
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.
You mean your BP is 138/89...😂
@Mike Ches actually my blood pressure has always been perfect never struggled with that.
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.
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.
"Drink when you're thirsty" is great advice. The insane trend to overhydrate the body needs to be challenged.
I think it's more insane that Americans would drink this much water
Always put a tiny pinch of salt in your water for maximum absorption of the water.
Natural salt..celtic seasalt, or himalayan
@@ccaselli7your right ☝️
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.
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.
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..
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.
@@madeleinegrayson8372 how can I add electrolytes to water?
@@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.
@@madeleinegrayson8372 thank you very much
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.
If you keep on sweating you need to hydrate yourself.
@@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.
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...
makes so much sense, everyone is different, can't lump us all together. Some need more water, some need less.
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.
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!
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.
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.
Maybe try not to drink it all at once lol
8 cups and 8 glasses is totally different....
1 cup is only 8oz
You prolly drank twice as much
My Mom is 97 and she still drinks a lot of water everyday.
Bloated?? Are you using steroids or something too lol don't understand how you get bloated especially because the pissing
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
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
Indeed!
Well said!
Bingo!
Precisely. And what size glass are we talking about?
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;
You are a real doctor ! Respect!
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.
Yes. Technically a cup of water is 8 oz of water.
@@kenfrayer8786 technically the debate of what the difference between a cup and a glass is, is, well a debate. I said nothing about volume.
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.
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;
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
@@dbdnrbdb facts;
Absolutely i just stopped drinking water 1weeks ago and i feel much better.
Get better sleep
Feels the energy
No stressing
😂😂😂😂😂😂
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.
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.
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.
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.
My grandmother never drank water. A cup of tea after each meal only. She lived to be 96
My mother hates to drink mineral water cos no tastes 😁 but she is still strong till 80s now🤗
I’m 180 and I drink between 75 ounces and 100 ounces a day I love water and don’t agree that you don’t drink water until you feel thirsty I don’t think that’s healthy
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.
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.
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.
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!
Thanks Jonathan! Good for you that you don't listen to any 'experts', but feel what your body is trying to tell you.
I agree with you doc
They told us that here in USA so can sell more water
Agree.
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.
Thank for the information what about drinking coconut water whats the benefits of this..
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!
Lol!
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 😊
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.
We are Asian but we are not Chinese
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😊
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?
Its not weird. It is normal if u love coke😂😂
me too. I drink coke, tea, ice tea, coffee, juice and I eat cucumber, watermelon, and pineapple but I rarely drink water.
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
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Thank you so much, I was drinking a gallon of water every day. And I started losing weight really too fast.
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.
I love this statement “is that for u?” It goes to almost anything including flu/covid or any kind of jab.
Figured the study would come from scientists, follow the science
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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
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.
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.
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.
Love this..& no more worrying for not drinking 8 cups😁 tq Alex!
Actually for those who has high uric acid level or kidney stones are advised to drink more water so they can help flush and lowerthe ua level in the blood. For normal people is may be ok not to drink to much .
Hi Alex, thanks for dispelling the 8 glasses of water myth, any other myths that we should ignore ?
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.😊❤
@@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 ?
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 🥇💫
What do you mean maam
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 ❤
That's right!
When I don't drink enough water I will feel the difference... But not 8 glasses.. Some need less others need more. We have to adjust accordingly...
What about those with kidney problems with high creatinine and low Gfr levels? Would appreciate an answer to that question . Thanks
I'd like an answer to this too
Yes how about that issue would like to answer too👍
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❤
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
Oh Dr Alex please be my friend. I need you in my life. Such wonderful informative knowledge. Thank you
I live in Florida. In the summer I get very thirsty so I drink lots of iced water. When it cools down I have trouble drinking water.
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
This is definitely true.
Drinking 8 cups of water a day is a huge fallacy.
It makes sense. This is not bullshit advice. Thanks.
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!
I drink when I’m thirsty. 3-4 cups. Water Bottle are pushing to drink more water.
I heard whatever our weight is we need to drink in ounces. I'm 220 which would be 220 ounces. But when water needs to be filtered these days it's hard to drink over 1 gallon a day.But yes he is correct about fruit and vegetables.
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
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.
I agree but I can eat full watermelon because it has fiber and digest through small intestine. Eating slowly helps!
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.
Starting meals with soup helps my digestion. A delicious way to get fluids, too.
If your urine volume decreases, the minerals become more concentrated causing high chances of kidney stones. Fluid intake is a huge kidney stone risk factor.
Thank you sir. I have been battling overactive bladder for years with poor results. As a weightlifter and now singer, it was drilled in to me to drink loads of water. This is confirming my suspicions.
I lift too. 10/27/21 was the first day of overactive bladder. I had been taking youtheory collagen several weeks plus lots of spinach. Lots of spinach plus collagen led to bladder sediment from hard water. I perform kegels in addition to lifting, and use vit b6/cranberry/magnesium to ease bladder symptoms. Cold also induces diuresis(canada). I also use non weighted ab training to relax the area around the bladder. Its a difficult dilemma as alberta has hard water, that coupled with oxalates in foods increases sediment in urine and kidney/bladder risk, so i use the above nutrients plus moderate hydration to moderate bladder issues.
@@5zazen The food additive labeled natural flavor can cause overactive bladder. Also citric acid and artificial sweeteners.
huhu itulah... kita kadang terbiasa kinum air banyak... tpi bila diingati balik rasulullah ada ajar cara terbaik makan dan minum air.. perit diisi tiga bahagian, air, makanan dan udara... apabila minum air, minum secara perlahan dengan tiga tegukan pertama, kemudia minum dengan posisi duduk utk manfaat kesihatan
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.
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I am a diabetic patient,do meanineed not to drink 8glass of water evryday, how about if my urine is dark yelow,,,thank you
I beg to differ that drink only when you’re thirsty. The saying to drink 8 cups of water does not apply to everyone as size of cup also matters. What’s required is to multiply your weight in kg. with 0.04 to determine the amount of water one need to drink per day. Key is to keep well hydrated. Not only that, one must drink at least a cup every 2 hours as our Red Blood Cells will start dehydrating after 2 hrs to ensure our blood viscosity remained good to avoid thickening the blood that hamper good blood circulation.
I am wondering who and when in history did follow the 1 cup of water every 2 hours 'rule '?
Do animals drink when thirsty or every 2 hours ?
What you're saying about blood and viscosity is untrue. There is absolutely no need to be drinking water on a strict schedule. People should drink when they're thirsty.
Thanks Alex,
It makes sense, people drinks so much water thinking it will prevent dehydration and cleansing.Infact it causes harm than good.
Useful imformation .
Im trying my best to try anything to help others like persons who suffering from TINNITUS 🙏🏼
Im Drinking water a lot. I think almost 12 glasses of water a dayor more.
Then i try to exercise to take out the sweat in my body.
Eating foods like Vegetables,fish and less meat or pork.
Sound therapy, Head massage i dont overthink try to feel happy make yourself busy . And ALWAYS PRAY BEFORE AND AFTER EVERY MORNING AND EVENING. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 I KNOW GOD WILL HELP US TO BE CURED AND GRANT OUR WISHES 🙏🏼💯🇵🇭
I only drink about one cup of water a day and several cups of raw milk and lots of fruit and I’m rarely thirsty
Sometimes I drink up to 6 litres of water in a day when its a hot day but on a normal day I would drink 2 litres of water
Dr Hui, ever since I started dtinking one bottle of room temperature water the 1st thing after waking up, mosquitos don't attack me like they used to. I believe the water on empty stomach helps me thin my blood.
Everyone is different ,..it's that for you or not...
Yes, we can learn about our body by ourself...
You are so right . I’m so glad you cleared this point. Thank you again, so proud of you .
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.
Wow that’s scary 😟
Wow, that's an interesting theory...based on... a couple of people...
@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.
Gtfoh....
@@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.
But if you live in the Philippines specially during summer...you really need that 8 cups of water or even more
Don't wait til you're thirsty to drink water. I drink about a gallon of room temp water everyday. I feel great. No headaches and sicknesses.
We should only drink when we're thirsty. Anything else is medically unnecessary.
I say this to Glorify the Lord i drink only a small cup of water a day for a year now i work a lot sweat alot i don't get dehydrated i eat fruits and veggies raw minimal that's enough i think it's a miracle i survive truly the foods that we eat nourishes us and above all it's Yeshuva who keeps us alive...
Amen. Praise God
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All praises to Yehovah, Yeshua, and The Holy Spirit.
So true, I notice that whenever I drink a lot of water my skin becomes drier, I get hungrier and I pee a lot. But when I drink only when thirsty, everything in my body functions very well and my skin glows.
Besides water in food, there is water in coffee, tea, and other beverages that people drink. Most people drink more in hot weather than in cold, too.
2 to 3 is enough, maybe 4 if youre still thirsty. So.....people can stop feeling guilty for not drinking 8 glasses. Drinking s
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.
good info... had my electrolytes crash HYPONUTREMIA from DIURETIC .. so now losing weight 20 lbs doing 35 minutes NORDIC WALK at first light - counting calories eating mostly fruits-veggies-whole unprocessed food and LEAN RED MEAT for heme iron mild anemia
so in my counting calorie pad there are 8 glasses of water SYMBOL AT THE BOTTOM OF EACH DAY ...thought that was BS
I was thinking WATER COMES FROM FRESH FRUIT AND VEGGIES...good vid thank you
will drink when thirsty
Thank you. I have resisted the idea of drinking lots of water. If I drink too much water, my sleep is interrupted because I end up getting up during the night to pee. This affects my quality of sleep and in turn compromises my quality of life.
I didn't hear you mention body weight, but obviously a person with more mass (height and weight) typically requires more water. Thanks for the video.
Don't forget, if you live in an arid region like the Desert Southwest, your water intake will be higher than if you live in a high humidity region like the Great Lakes region! It is much more challenging to stay hydrated in the desert.
You got great vibes, I generally see chinese people as being quite balanced and look very healthy, thats a good testament to back up the chinse medicine claims, looking at the results.
Drink water when thirsty Shri Damle Gurujis advise.
Lack of minerals also causes water retention, edema
Thanks, it's true. Anyone who has tried the Fit For Life "diet" - not a diet but practicing food-combining, with lots of fruit & salads - knows that you don't need to be drinking water to become well hydrated.
Depends how big the cup is... How much you weigh... How much you sweat...Etc😊
I drink more than 8glasses of water and my skin is clear and supple, it works for me. Each to his own
In my own opinion in myself I drink water when I'm thirsty cause if I drink water if I'm not thirsty I feel I cannot breath good ,, but mostly I heard some people or doctor advise to drink lot of water maximum 12 glasses everyday but for me is difficult
Just drink when you are thirsty. I don't drink just water. I would boil a jug of water and put a sachet of green tea. 1sachet can boil 2 kettle hot water tea, drink of the entire day.
Thank you for your wisdom ,I never can drink 8 glasses of water 4 ,5 max
Interesting, I subscribed to your channel! I don't think i drink 8 cups of water but i like to have my bottle and drink as much as i can, If I don't my urine smells more and it gets darker, urine infections are more likely to occur. I feel water cleanses me, makes me more regular. I don't get sick, I thank water for that. I think drinking a lot of water is more for me., but I've learnt a lot from you.
Yes I do agreed..drink when we feel thirsty..😊
I drink 3-4 bottles of water per day and that seems to help me out alot.
Same here. Otherwise, I tend to suffer from UTI
Thank you for your wisdom ✨
I watched some interesting videos that mentioned that any liquid equates to water. Can you please do an episode on the thyroid? I subscribed to your channel after binge-watching. Thank you for the excellent information.
I was always skeptical about this. Us Asians don’t walk around with water bottles and are some of the longest living people on earth. My mom is 80, healthy, and rarely did I see her chug water daily. All she does is stay active, stay at a healthy weight, and avoid sugar.
What will happen to if u not drnk water for about 24 hrs u shld. Dehydrates. No believe bcsuse if umake exercising u perspire yoo much
Those people are also likely not drinking loads of water, caffeinated energy drinks, sitting in front of computers all day, etc. Water intake in the US is actually usually too low in most but electrolytes are crucial and need to to be added as well, even if just via some sea salt.
Great information...and how can you stop the painful skin and tissues from water retention?