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Old 09-11-06, 08:04 PM
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Originally Posted by Digital Gee
I've heard that it's a good rule of thumb to consume one ounce of water per pound of body weight per day. That seems like an AWFUL lot of water! If my calculations are correct, I'd be drinking two gallons a day. Lord!

Has anyone else heard this?
I think someone made a math error. And fortunately for you, its in your favor. It's half your weight in ounces of water. I'm not sure I buy it, I just go by thirst, but here it is.

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases...0205073358.htm
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