A healthy adult woman should generally aim to drink about 9 cups (72 ounces) of water daily from beverages, which corresponds to roughly 2.2 liters of fluid intake from drinks. This is the adequate intake recommended by the National Academy of Medicine for women aged 19 and older
. Other sources suggest a slightly higher amount, around 11.5 cups (92 ounces) per day, which includes all fluids consumed, including water from food and other beverages
. The Mayo Clinic recommends about 92 ounces (11.5 cups) daily for women, considering total fluid intake
. The exact amount can vary based on factors such as physical activity, climate, pregnancy, or breastfeeding. Pregnant women are advised to consume about 10 cups (80 ounces), and breastfeeding women about 13 cups (104 ounces) daily
. In summary:
- Average healthy adult woman: about 9 cups (72 ounces) of water from beverages daily (National Academy of Medicine)
- Some guidelines suggest up to 11.5 cups (92 ounces) total fluids daily (Mayo Clinic)
- Pregnant women: ~10 cups (80 ounces)
- Breastfeeding women: ~13 cups (104 ounces)
Adjustments should be made for exercise, heat exposure, and individual needs
