50 Body Myths You Should STOP Believing (Part 1)

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LIFE

You should drink 8 glasses of water per day.

Actually, you consume most of the water your body every day needs through food—so don’t force yourself to drink more water if you’re not thirsty. Remember: you can drink too much water.

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