Who Recommended Water Per Person Per Day? Unpacking the 8x8 Rule Myth
                                
                                
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                                The widely circulated recommendation to drink eight glasses of water per day is a decades-old piece of advice that has been widely misinterpreted over time. So, who recommended water per person per day, and is that guideline still a reliable measure for proper hydration? The real story traces back to past health reports that were later simplified, leading to a modern emphasis on personalized hydration needs.