Ever since Gatorade was invented at the University of Florida in 1965, athletes have been guzzling sports drinks, or sips with electrolytes—minerals that have a natural electric charge when dissolved ...

Drinking plenty of water is essential to staying hydrated, but sometimes, H20 alone doesn’t cut it, says Dr. Matthew Sedgley, a physician specializing in sports medicine at MedStar Health. Those who ...

First and foremost, not everyone needs an electrolyte powder (or an electrolyte drink) every day. In fact, the average American is getting way too much sodium in their diet, contributing to chronic ...

Electrolytes are minerals that help your body hold onto water. Americans are increasingly turning to electrolyte supplements to stay hydrated. Water is the best hydration drink, but there are times ...

Routinely drinking sugary beverages is linked to chronic health problems. These refreshing sips quench your thirst without ...

Staying hydrated just got a holiday upgrade. Liquid I.V., which makes electrolyte-filled hydration packets, released a hot ...

Hydrating the day before a race really shouldn’t differ much from any other day. Baker recommends aiming for that minimum ...

When you’re curled up on the couch with tissues stuffed in your nose or you’re lying in bed huddled over a bucket, the last ...

Water is crucial in regulating body temperature, lubricating joints, aiding digestion and improving brain function.