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Guzzling water has become something of a badge of honour among celebrities, with Jennifer Aniston and Gwyneth Paltrow revealing they drink up to three litres a day. But not everyone finds it so easy. Florence Pugh, for one, announced that she found water “too boring”. As well as the lack of flavour, the constant toilet breaks were “a waste of time”. Pugh prefer s orange juice, elderflower presses and tea.

What do the experts say? How much water should we be drinking every day – and is it just as healthy to get your hydration from other beverages?

Chester-based GP Chris Ritchies-on says NHS guidelines suggest drinking about six to eight

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