As a Native American symbol, the Horse symbol meanings combine the grounded power of the earth with the whispers of wisdom found in the spirit winds. The Horse has long been honored has helper, messenger, and harbinger of spirit knowledge.
Average requirement for a healthy adult will be about 2-3 liters, depending generally on body mass and activity level. This translates to about 10-13 eight ounce glasses, slightly more than the 8x8 rule (8 eight ounce glasses) that is usually spoken of. If this seems like a lot of water, it is.
The Institute of Medicine lays out the approximate amount of water traditionally thought necessary for males and females of varying age groups and lifestyles in liters per day. The IOM recommends males 19 to over 70 years of age consume 3.7 liters of water daily. Women in the same age group only require 2.7 liters.