Tap water, the ideal water for children
Several surveys show that most children don’t drink enough water. In principle, they should drink between six and eight glasses of water a day. But many prefer sweetened or flavoured drinks.

Several surveys show that most children don’t drink enough water. In principle, they should drink between six and eight glasses of water a day. But many prefer sweetened or flavoured drinks.
However, a child whose water intake is insufficient is likely to become dehydrated more quickly the younger they are. They may be less focused at school, complain of headaches, suffer from constipation, etc.
Put a water bottle filled with tap water in your children's school bag. They can take a sip whenever they want.
Choose a metal bottle, which has several advantages: