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Water is virtually everywhere, from soil moisture and ice caps to the cells inside our own bodies. Depending on factors like location, fat index, age and sex, the average human is between 55-60% water.

So what roles does water play in our bodies ? And how much do we actually need to drink to stay healthy ?

An adult's brain and heart are almost three quarters water

At birth, human babies are even wetter. Being 75% water, they are swimmingly similar to fish. But their water composition drops to 65% by their first birthday

The H20 in our body works to cushion and lubricate joints, regulate temperature and to nourish the brain and spinal cord. Water isn't only in our blood