Medical experts weigh in on ‘hydration boosters’ vs water for beating summer heat

Medical experts weigh in on ‘hydration boosters’ vs water for beating summer heat

Surviving the summer heat is all about hydration, hydration, hydration. Water will usually do the trick – but some “hydration multipliers,” or electrolyte supplements, are gaining in popularity for boosting hydration in just one drink. These drink mixes offer a blend of electrolytes such as sodium, potassium and magnesium to enhance water absorption. But are these boosters … Read more

That water bottle you’re carrying says a lot more about you than ‘hydration’

That water bottle you’re carrying says a lot more about you than ‘hydration’

If you like to stay hydrated no matter where you go, chances are you’ve got a reusable water bottle or two. Or 10. (The collectors know who they are.) Whether you’re a tech enthusiast, fashion trendsetter, hiker, commuter, or just an eco-conscious consumer, there’s a bottle out there for you. There are bottles that sterilize themselves. … Read more

What is water toxicity?: Why a mom of 2 died from too much hydration

What is water toxicity?: Why a mom of 2 died from too much hydration

Guzzling too much water can make you seriously ill and could, in rare instances, even be deadly. An Indiana mother of two died last month after consuming an estimated 64 ounces of water in just 20 minutes — that’s how much water the average human should gulp in one day. Known as water toxicity — which hospitalized … Read more