Myth: You need to walk 10 thousand steps a day

The idea of walking 10 thousand steps a day is a very popular myth, perceived by many as the standard for a healthy lifestyle. However, each person is unique, and what may be normal for one may be excessive for another, given differences in height, weight, health and activity level.

When it comes to taking care of your health, there are no universal standards. It is important to move, take walks and lead an active lifestyle, but you should not get attached to a specific number of steps.

I wonder where the idea of 10,000 steps came from? This number was made popular by a marketing campaign by a Japanese company that advertised a pedometer called Manpo-kei (10,000 steps). Although many in our country have not heard of such a device, many are still trying to reach this number.

Instead of focusing on the number of steps, it’s important to enjoy your walks. Don’t chase the number of steps, just enjoy your daily walks.

Myth: You must drink 2 litres of water a day

It is recommended that a healthy adult consume approximately 35 millilitres of water per day per kilogram of body weight, in accordance with generally accepted recommendations from scientific organizations.

Let’s calculate for you:

• 40 kg - 1400 ml
• 50 kg - 1750 ml
• 60 kg - 2100 ml
• 70 kg - 2450 ml
• 80 kg - 2800 ml
• 90 kg - 3150 ml and so on.

Athletes and people in hot climates should drink even more water to stay hydrated, while vegetarians and people who eat a lot of fruits and vegetables can meet some of their water needs through food intake and can therefore drink less.