Tag: Beer hydration

According to health experts, no alcoholic beverage is truly hydrating due to alcohol's diuretic properties. This article, however, will explore the beverages that are the *least* dehydrating and provide practical tips for staying hydrated while enjoying a drink.

While some studies have shown that low-alcohol beers can provide a mild hydrating effect, research consistently proves that standard beer does not hydrate you better than water. The idea that beer is superior for rehydration is a popular myth, primarily debunked by the diuretic nature of alcohol itself.

Did you know that despite being up to 95% water, the typical alcoholic beer has a net dehydrating effect on the body? This surprising physiological response is why the simple answer to, "can you count beer as water intake?" is a firm no for most alcoholic varieties.