Why does common advice stipulate that you must consume pure water for hydration? Won’t things with any amount of water in them hydrate you, proportional to the water content?
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Yes. The reason people suggest water in particular is because juices and sodas have a LOT of sugar in them, and it’s the easiest way for a dieter to cut out excess calories. (A can of Coke has as many calories as a candy bar, and like the candy bar, it’s mostly sugar.)
Drinking 2 liters of beverage every day is enough to keep you hydrated. Just be careful if you’re watching your sugar or caffeine intake. 🙂
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