Does Americano Count as Water Intake? The Truth About Coffee and Hydration
                                
                                
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                                While many people believe coffee is dehydrating due to its caffeine content, recent studies have largely debunked this myth. An Americano, consisting of espresso and hot water, can indeed count toward your daily fluid intake, though plain water remains the gold standard for hydration.