* I remember listening to a health program once, purelife, and the claim that one must drink 8, 8oz glasses of water per day, has never been substantiated by the medical or scientific community. There is actually an increase in health problems directly related to the current 'craze' of consuming mass quantities of water.
(Market driven?)
Despite the seemingly ubiquitous admonition to "drink at least eight 8-oz glasses of water a day", rigorous proof for this counsel appears to be lacking. This review sought to find the origin of this advice (called "8 × 8" for short) and to examine the scientific evidence, if any, that might support it. The search included not only electronic modes but also a cursory examination of the older literature that is not covered in electronic databases and, most importantly and fruitfully, extensive consultation with several nutritionists who specialize in the field of thirst and drinking fluids. [FONT style="BACKGROUND-COLOR: #ffffbf"]No scientific studies were found in support of 8 × 8.[/FONT]
