Study on developing a Beverage Hydration Index (BHI) is being used by CNN to validate the use of milk as the best means of rehydrating at 640 calories a pop. The fact that the study used 72 men 18-35 who were not dehydrated nor exercising was not reported by CNN.

Medical Mythbusting Commentary for June 26, 2025

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Which drink is best for hydration? Hint: It isn’t water

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A randomized trial to assess the potential of different beverages to affect hydration status: development of a beverage hydration index1