Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt is a urologist and robotic surgeon with Orlando Health and an assistant professor at the University of Central Florida’s College of Medicine.
One recent weekend, I didn’t drink much while out in the sun. That Monday morning, after seven hours of sleep, I still felt exhausted. I was irritable, moody and unfocused.
My first instinct was coffee, which only made me jittery. Then I realized I was dehydrated. I drank two bottles of water over the next hour — and felt like myself again. Hydration restored my body’s balance.
We hear so much about daily water requirements, and like you, I aim to drink mine carrying reusable water bottles in every shape, color and size. What you might not hear as much is that it’s not just water in — it’s water out.
Patients, even those with no kidney stone issues, always ask me, “How much water should I drink?” It’s one of the most challenging questions to answer because there’s no one-size-fits-all. As a urologist — and as a kidney stone patient in recovery, I stress this advice: The goal isn’t ounces in, it’s urine out. Here’s what else to know about developing a healthy water habit.
Water matters to your body
Your body is about 60% water.
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