Which is better coffee or water
9 Oct 2023 · 1 min
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In this German‑language dialogue, the speakers discuss a 2014 crossover study that compared the hydration effects of coffee and water. Over three days, male participants consumed either four cups of coffee per day or water. The study found that drinking coffee in moderation (one to three cups daily) provides hydration comparable to water because caffeine acts as only a weak diuretic. The conversation also explores the idea that coffee enriched with electrolytes could further enhance fluid intake, and it emphasizes that ordinary water without electrolytes is less hydrating. The speakers conclude that coffee should be counted toward daily fluid consumption, aligning with the scientific findings.
