1. Myth 1 – Water is just H20

 Water is a great
resource to keep around, but we often forget how much water we need to drink
each day. We tend to think that drinking enough water is simply about drinking
enough water.

 However, if you are dehydrated, you may not feel thirsty at all.
In fact, you could be drinking plenty of water, yet still, be dehydrated. 

To
avoid dehydration, make sure you’re getting enough fluids throughout the day.

 2. Myth 2 – All fruits
and vegetables are good for hydrating

 Not all fruits and
veggies are created equal when it comes to hydrating. 

While some are naturally
high in water content (like cucumbers), others have little to no water content
at all (like dried apricots). 

When choosing what fruits and veggies to eat,
look for those with higher water content.

 3. Myth 3 – Sweets are
hydrating

 While sweets do
contain sugar, they also contain a lot of empty calories.

 These foods don’t
provide any real nutritional value, and instead, give you lots of extra calories
without providing any real hydration. Instead, choose fruit-based snacks like
apples and bananas.

 4. Myth 4 – Caffeine
is hydrating

 Coffee has a lengthy
history of receiving a poor rap when we talk about dehydration.

 And while
many still propagate the false argument that a daily cup of coffee is an
important diuretic, new research shows that consuming caffeinated drinks as
part of an ordinary lifestyle doesn’t result in fluid loss above and beyond
what you consume.

So go ahead and take pleasure in your daily cup of tea or
coffee. Simply don’t go overboard. You run the danger of being dehydrated if
you consume excessive caffeine.

 5. Myth 5 – Alcohol is
hydrating

 Alcohol is actually a diuretic, meaning it makes you lose more fluid than you gain.

 So while alcohol
might help you relax, it won’t help you stay hydrated. Stick to nonalcoholic
drinks like seltzer water or sparkling mineral water.

 6. Myth 6 – Sports
drinks are hydrating

 Sports drinks aren’t
exactly hydrating either. 

They’re packed full of sugar and artificial
ingredients. Instead, stick to plain old water.

 7. Myth 7 – Fruit
juices are hydrating

 Fruit juices are
loaded with sugar and artificial sweeteners.

 Plus, many brands add extra water
to juice concentrates to increase their shelf life. Choose 100% juice over
anything else.

8. Myth 8 – Dehydration is a common side effect of exercise

This is not always the case. There are many types of
exercise, and not all of them lead to dehydration. In fact, exercise can
actually help improve your dehydration management.

9. Myth 9 – Only by consuming liquids can you keep yourself hydrated.

While making it a daily habit to drink water, there are other
ways to provide your body with the nutrients it needs.

 In actuality, foods with
a high water content provide around 20% of the fluid needs. These include
strawberries, grapefruit, cucumbers, celery, spinach, and watermelon.

 Another
useful (and delicious) approach to increasing your fluid consumption is through
soups, broths, and stews, especially during the winter months. Make careful to
buy low-sodium varieties if you’re watching your salt intake.

The reverse impact of foods on your fluid balance is also
possible. Foods heavy in salt and sodium, including potato chips and prepared
meals, can cause the body to pull water from its cells, which can lead to
dehydration.

10. Myth 10 -Dehydration is a sign of health problems.

This is not always the case. Dehydration can be a sign of
health problems if it’s severe or lasts for a long time.

 However, there are
many other causes of dehydration, and it’s not always a sign of health
problems.

The Final Note

Now that we’ve cleared up some common myths about
dehydration, it’s time for you to take a deep breath and relax. As long as you
drink water regularly and don’t drink too much at once, you should be fine.
Hopefully, this article has given you some peace of mind!