Water – we all need it to survive. In fact, the adequate amount of daily fluid intake is approximately 3.7 liters of fluids for men and 2.7 liters of fluids for women, according to the Mayo Clinic.

Distilled water is water that has been boiled into steam, then reverted back into a liquid state. Men need 13 cups of water daily while women need 9 cups. This varies depending on the day's heat.

When emergencies hit, being prepared is your best defense. Along with having a portable source of power, clean drinking water is absolutely crucial. Keeping some distilled water in your home for ...