Scientists talked about the benefits of carbonated water for hydration

Carbonated water can moisturize the body as well as regular drinking water, if it is a pure product without additives. This was reported on March 3 in the journal Medical Xpress, citing Colleen Munoz, director and co-founder of the Center for Wellness through Rehydration and professor of medical sciences at the University of Hartford in Connecticut.

According to Munoz, carbonated water "fits perfectly into the total volume of liquid consumed" and can help maintain water balance. This is especially true for people who find it difficult to drink enough regular water: the pleasant taste and feeling of "bubbles" stimulate more regular consumption.

Maintaining hydration is critically important for your health. As specified, water helps regulate body temperature, protects joints and spinal cord, and is also involved in the excretion of metabolic products. Lack of fluid can lead to decreased concentration, mood swings, overheating, constipation, and kidney problems. Men are recommended to drink about 13 glasses of water a day, women — about nine, during pregnancy and breastfeeding — more.

At the same time, the doctor stressed that not all carbonated water is the same. The mineral and sodium content can vary significantly depending on the brand and the water source. Some options do not contain sodium at all, while others contain up to 1,000 mg per liter, which is almost half of the recommended daily limit of 2.3 g. Therefore, according to Munoz, it is necessary to carefully read the labels.

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Mineral water, unlike artificially carbonated water, may contain calcium, magnesium and potassium. These elements support the health of bones, muscles, cardiovascular and nervous systems, as well as promote fluid retention in the body. However, you should not rely on carbonated water as the main source of minerals: their level varies greatly, and a balanced diet should remain the basis.

A separate issue is the effect on tooth enamel. Despite the higher acidity compared to tap water, in most cases the level of acidity of sparkling water is insufficient to harm teeth. Nevertheless, the expert does not recommend making it the only source of liquid on a permanent basis.

The interest in sparkling water is also related to weight control. According to Munoz, feeling full after drinking a drink can reduce the amount of food consumed. However, a similar effect is observed when drinking plain water, especially if you drink it before meals.

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