The above 90-degree days have graced Central Illinois during June and a university of Illinois Extension expert wants the community to remain healthy and active with proper hydration tips and tricks.

Lisa Peterson, Nutrition and Wellness Educator for U of I Extension says the myth of eight cups of water per day is just that, a myth. Depending on someone's height, weight, and gender, those cups per day will fall more closely to 9-13 cups of water per day to remain hydrated.

Peterson notes that urine color is key when determining the state of your hydration.

In a report from Civic Science in 2023, 47% of Americans admitted to drinking only zero to three cups of water per day. Peterson says to make it a habit, having that water bottle within arms reach will bode well for those looking to get on top of their hydration.

Peterson says that 20% of a person's daily water intake can come from fruits and vegetables.

Learn more about proper hydration with U of I Extension by clicking here.

Lisa Peterson appeared as a guest on the WTIM Morning Show.