Nowadays, though, many advertisements seem to be telling you that water ain’t enough and that you should be drinking sports drinks instead. Of course, the main component of a sports drink is ...

You might have heard that milk is more hydrating than water and wondered if there is any truth to the claim. Well, some ...

Sports drink or not to sports drink: for so many Americans dealing with Summer heat, that is the question. I asked Metro Detroiters when they drink water, and when they turn to sports drinks.

The battle between water and sports drinks, immortalized by Adam Sandler's stirring drama "The Waterboy", has raged for decades. Water is, of course, a reliable thirst-quencher — heck ...

Dietitians recommend unsweetened coconut water. It’s free of added sugars and electrolyte-rich. Whether you have type 1 or ...

Temperatures topping 100 degrees aren’t a rarity anymore; they’re a common component of summer weather forecasts in the South ...

Hydration needs vary based on your age, sex, activity level, climate and health status. Aim for 11.5 cups per day of water ...

A sports nutritionist for NBA champs explains how to optimize your hydration for better focus and performance.

According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, most kids get enough electrolytes from eating a well-balanced diet, and sports drinks offer no advantage over plain water. In addition, a typical ...

Sports drinks like Gatorade will do the trick, but Cohen recommends coconut water, as it contains natural electrolytes. Some research suggests a surprising drink might be hydrating as well ...