What may be some reasons that people may need additional water intake each day?


People that work at physically demanding jobs may sweat more and need more water to restore their fluid balance. People taking diuretics may also need more water or fluids to avoid losing too much water as a result of taking the drug. People who have a fever may also need to get enough fluid to make sure that they do not get dehydrated.

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