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Water
Established research area
The body's most abundant component and the medium for nearly every bodily process; taken in from drinks and from water-rich foods such as fruit and vegetables.
Commonly noted
- Commonly noted
- Water makes up more than half of body weight and is the medium for nearly every bodily process, including temperature regulation, carrying nutrients, and removing waste; it comes from drinks and from water-rich foods such as fruit and vegetables.
- Low intake
- A shortfall of water (dehydration) is commonly discussed in relation to thirst, tiredness, headache, and dark-colored urine.
Source: MedlinePlus
Reference intakes
General reference figures for a typical adult — not a personal target or a claim of need.
- ai · adult_female2.7 LDRI/NASEM
- ai · adult_male3.7 LDRI/NASEM
Commonly found in
Feelments is for personal tracking and general wellness education. It does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.