There are various ways to stay hydrated that you may not have considered, but — as is common with online wellness advice — there’s a lot of misinformation out there about hydration.
… These are the hydration myths you need to stop believing.
Myth No. 1: Coffee is dehydrating
You’ve probably heard that coffee is dehydrating, so you shouldn’t count it toward your fluid intake. This has been proven to be false.
Myth No. 2: Food isn’t hydrating
… By including foods like vegetables, soups and fruits in your diet, you can contribute to your hydration needs.
Myth No. 3: You don’t need sports drinks
There is a time and place for sports drinks, but this depends on the individual.
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Myth No. 4: Fluid needs are one-size-fits-all
You know the old adage that you need to drink eight glasses of water a day? This isn’t necessarily true.
Myth No. 5: Thirst is a good indicator that it’s time to drink water
This is partially true, but … people often ignore internal cues that they are thirsty, and by the time they reach for water they have fallen behind on their daily fluid intake.
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