Your Patients Are Drinking Sparkling Water to Stay…

Your Patients Are Drinking Sparkling Water to Stay Hydrated. They think they are doing the right thing. No sugar. No calories. Just water with bubbles. But a new study just revealed something every doctor should tell their patients, especially athletes, outdoor workers and anyone exercising in heat: Plain sparkling water may be leaving them dehydrated. Here is what the research found: After exercise induced dehydration participants were given four beverages to drink freely: Plain water Sparkling water Electrolyte water Electrolyte sparkling water The results were clear: Plain carbonated water resulted in poorer fluid recovery than plain water, elec