A study has found that, Tea can be as good as water to keep you hydrated, Dietitian and Researcher Carrie Ruxton said A cup of tea is going to give you the same hydration as a glass of water.During the study on 21 men Dr. Ruxton done pathological test of their urine and blood for amount of water and other other vital salts present in body. She finds that "men did not pass any more water when drinking tea - and may even have passed slightly less. There was also little difference in levels of sodium and other vital salts".
Dr. Ruxon also said "It's a common misconception that drinking tea can increase the risk of dehydration because of the caffeine content. But this new study proves that there is absolutely no truth behind the theory"
"Drinking moderate amounts of tea - four mugs a day - offered the same excellent hydration qualities as plain water. In addition, urine volume was similar after tea or water, confirming that we do not urinate more after drinking tea.” "Not only is a mug of tea refreshing and delicious, it can be an important part of maintaining proper hydration," Ruxton added.
Catherine Hood of the Tea Advisory Panel, which funded the research, said, "Tea drinkers can be reassured that their favourite cuppa can count towards their fluid intake without the risk of dehydration."
"Drinking moderate amounts of tea - four mugs a day - offered the same excellent hydration qualities as plain water. In addition, urine volume was similar after tea or water, confirming that we do not urinate more after drinking tea.” "Not only is a mug of tea refreshing and delicious, it can be an important part of maintaining proper hydration," Ruxton added.
Catherine Hood of the Tea Advisory Panel, which funded the research, said, "Tea drinkers can be reassured that their favourite cuppa can count towards their fluid intake without the risk of dehydration."
(following is not related to Ruxton study )
"During the Spring of 2004, the Institute of Medicine issued new hydration guidelines that now advise women to consume 91 ounces of fluid (2.7 liters or approximately eleven 8-ounce cups), and men, 128 ounces (3.7 liters or sixteen 8-ounce cups), and, different from before, all beverages count. The report also stated that available research evidence does not support the argument that caffeine leads to cumulative body water deficits. Approximately 80 percent of an individual's total water intake comes from drinking water and beverages, including caffeinated beverages, while the other 20 percent comes from food. The report concluded, then, that caffeinated as well as non-caffeinated beverages contribute to total fluid intake."
"During the Spring of 2004, the Institute of Medicine issued new hydration guidelines that now advise women to consume 91 ounces of fluid (2.7 liters or approximately eleven 8-ounce cups), and men, 128 ounces (3.7 liters or sixteen 8-ounce cups), and, different from before, all beverages count. The report also stated that available research evidence does not support the argument that caffeine leads to cumulative body water deficits. Approximately 80 percent of an individual's total water intake comes from drinking water and beverages, including caffeinated beverages, while the other 20 percent comes from food. The report concluded, then, that caffeinated as well as non-caffeinated beverages contribute to total fluid intake."
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Fine Water Good Hydration Here are some tips to help keep you hydrated: Drink plenty of water and juice at meals and between. Avoid coffee, tea, and sodas
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