The general daily water intake recommendations in ounces are as follows:

• Adult men (19 and older): about 104 to 131 ounces (13 cups to around 16.5 cups) of fluids per day, including water from beverages and food

• Adult women (19 and older): about 72 to 95 ounces (9 to nearly 12 cups) of fluids per day

• Pregnant women: around 80 ounces (10 cups) per day

• Breastfeeding women: about 104 ounces (13 cups) per day

• Children’s recommended intake varies by age, e.g., 40 ounces (5 cups) for ages 4-8, 56-64 ounces (7-8 cups) for ages 9-13, and 64-88 ounces (8-11 cups) for ages 14-18

These amounts include total fluid intake from all beverages and foods. The classic "8 glasses of 8 ounces" rule (64 ounces) is a rough guideline but may not be sufficient for everyone, especially those who are active or live in hot climates

. A practical approach is to drink according to thirst and adjust based on activity level, climate, and individual health needs. Some experts suggest drinking about 0.5 to 1 ounce of water per pound of body weight daily (e.g., a 175-pound person might drink 90 to 175 ounces)

. In summary, aiming for roughly 72-131 ounces per day depending on gender and life stage is a good general guideline, with adjustments as needed for personal factors