Certain beverages can be more hydrating than plain water.
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Scientific studies using the beverage hydration index demonstrate that certain beverages containing specific amounts of electrolytes, carbohydrates, or proteins can retain fluids in the body more effectively than plain water.
Evidence for · 8
The Beverage Hydration Index: Influence of Electrolytes, Carbohydrate and Protein
2021 · cited by 30
Demonstrates that beverages with specific electrolyte and nutrient combinations have higher beverage hydration index (BHI) scores than plain water.
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A randomized trial to assess beverage hydration index in healthy older adults.
2019 · cited by 24
Shows that glucose- and amino acid-based hydration beverages with sodium achieve higher BHI values than plain water.
Sucrose and Sodium but not Caffeine Content Influence the Retention of Beverages in Humans Under Euhydrated Conditions.
2019 · cited by 22
Highlights that carbohydrate and sodium content significantly improve the fluid retention potential of beverages compared to water.
Hydration Efficacy of a Milk Permeate-Based Oral Hydration Solution
2020 · cited by 20
Finds that a milk permeate solution sustains positive fluid balance post-ingestion more effectively than water.
Effects of ingesting beverages containing glycerol and sodium with isomaltulose or sucrose on fluid retention in young adults: a single-blind, randomized crossover trial.
2024 · cited by 1
Indicates that adding specific sugars to electrolyte beverages enhances fluid retention and BHI relative to control water.
A randomized trial to assess the potential of different beverages to affect hydration status: development of a beverage hydration index.
2016 · cited by 0
Establishes through the Beverage Hydration Index that specific oral rehydration solutions and milk outperform plain water in fluid retention.
Utility of an Isotonic Beverage on Hydration Status and Cardiovascular Alterations.
2022 · cited by 0
Observes that an isotonic beverage promotes greater fluid retention capacity compared to distilled water.
Impact of Isotonic Beverage on the Hydration Status of Healthy Chinese Adults in Air-Conditioned Environment.
2017 · cited by 0
Reports that isotonic beverages are more effective at retaining fluids and maintaining hydration status than distilled water.