Female adolescents should consume about 12 cups of water (9 cups from beverages; 3 cups from foods) daily, whereas male adolescents should consume about 16 cups (13 cups from beverages; 3 cups from foods) daily.

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The recommended daily water intake varies by age, sex, weight, and activity level, but general guidelines from the U.S. National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine suggest about 9 cups (2.2 liters) of fluids a day for women and about 13 cups (3 liters) of fluids a day for men, not specifically distinguishing between adolescents and adults or specifying amounts from beverages versus foods.

Female Adolescents Should Consume About 12 Cups of Water (9