One of the easiest ways to keep your body healthy is to stay hydrated and for some reason, it’s really hard to drink the recommended amount of water. Water isn’t the only drink to keep you hydrated and there also some drinks you should avoid drinking. Here are three drinks that will hydrate you and two that will dehydrate you.
Best For Hydration
Water
Obviously the best way to stay hydrated is to drink water as it’s calorie-free and always available. If you’re not a huge fan of water, try putting some fruit slices in it.
Sports Drinks
Sports drinks are good after you’ve worked out or done high-intensity activity as they’re full of electrolytes. Make sure you read the labels because sports drinks can be full of artificial flavors, sweeteners, and sugar.
Tea or Coffee
Tea or coffee will give you a boost of caffeine without dehydrating you. You can also control how much sugar and additives go into your drink if you make it at home.
Worst For Hydration
Energy Drinks
Energy drinks have tons of added sugar and extra ingredients that you don’t need. If you want a boost of energy, drink tea or coffee.
Alcohol
Unfortunately, alcohol is super dehydrating and if you are drinking it outside, make sure you drink one cup of water for every alcoholic beverage you drink.
