Preparing questions in advance can help patients to have more meaningful discussions with health professionals. Patients may wish to ask their doctor or registered dietitian the following questions related to water:

1. How much water should I drink every day?
   
   
2. Can I get this daily amount from other fluids besides water? What types of beverages do you recommend?
   
   
3. Do you recommend the local tap water? Why or why not?
   
   
4. What are the benefits and risks of fluoridated water? Do you recommend I drink it?
   
   
5. Do you recommend I use a water filter? What type?
   
   
6. Do you recommend I consume bottled water? Why or why not?
   
   
7. Are there specific types of bottled water you recommend?
   
   
8. How can a water softener affect my health?
   
   
9. How can I check the quality of water from a private well?
   
   
10. How will I know I am getting enough water?
    
    
11. Are there any risks associated with drinking too much water?