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mc_squared · 17-06-2010, 11:56 AM

Tea 'just as good as water at keeping you hydrated'

By Fiona Macrae
Last updated at 9:43 AM on 17th June 2010

It is surely the perfect excuse to put the kettle on: tea is just as good as water at keeping you hydrated.
In a study that busts the myth that tea is a diuretic, researchers found it does not bother your bladder any more than plain water.
Researcher Carrie Ruxton said: 'If you fancy a cup of tea on a hot summer's day, have it. A cup of tea is going to give you the same hydration as a glass of water.'

Rosy: Drinking four mugs of tea a day offers the same excellent hydration qualities as drinking plain water

Dr Ruxton, a dietician, asked 21 men to drink mugs of tea over a 12-hour period, or a similar amount of plain, warm water.
On another day, the tea-drinkers were given water and vice versa.
Blood samples were taken and the men's urine was collected and tested.
The men did not pass any more water when drinking tea - and may even have passed slightly less, a Nutrition Society conference in Edinburgh will hear today.
There was also little difference in levels of sodium and other vital salts. Dr Ruxton said: 'It's a common misconception that drinking tea can increase the risk of dehydration because of the caffeine content.
'But this new study proves that there is absolutely no truth behind the theory.
'Drinking moderate amounts of tea - four mugs a day - offered the same excellent hydration qualities as plain water.
'In addition, urine volume was similar after tea or water, confirming that we do not urinate more after drinking tea.
'Not only is a mug of tea refreshing and delicious, it can be an important part of maintaining proper hydration.'
Dr Catherine Hood, of the Tea Advisory Panel, which funded the research, said: 'Tea drinkers can be reassured that their favourite cuppa can count towards their fluid intake without the risk of dehydration.'

Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/arti...#ixzz0r6gAMDFv

Black Rose · 17-06-2010, 08:39 PM

Good to see the daily mail being on the cutting edge of reporting news

Even though the study first came out in August 2006

(http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/health/5281046.stm)

busybeeburns · 17-06-2010, 08:44 PM

Nice cup of Assam is lovely with a toasted teacake in the morning!

Black Rose · 17-06-2010, 08:46 PM

Cup of Earl Grey Vicar?

busybeeburns · 17-06-2010, 08:48 PM

bit weak and lifeless for me, but tifosi loves it

mc_squared · 17-06-2010, 08:55 PM

Quote:
Originally Posted by Dargarius;4249287
Good to see the daily mail being on the cutting edge of reporting news

Even though the study first came out in August 2006 (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/health/5281046.stm)

I believe I may well have posted that at the time too.

Anyway, it was worth repeating!

mc_squared · 17-06-2010, 08:56 PM

Quote:
Originally Posted by busybeeburns;4249317
bit weak and lifeless for me, but tifosi loves it

Teafosi?

17-06-2010, 11:56 AM	#1
mc_squared Banned Join Date: Apr 2003 Posts: 67,519 My Mood: Location: Wherever life takes me Gender: Country: Chat posts: 0 Thanks given: 0 Thanked 4 Times in 4 Posts	Tea-rific news!! Tea 'just as good as water at keeping you hydrated' By Fiona Macrae Last updated at 9:43 AM on 17th June 2010 Comments (32) Add to My Stories It is surely the perfect excuse to put the kettle on: tea is just as good as water at keeping you hydrated. In a study that busts the myth that tea is a diuretic, researchers found it does not bother your bladder any more than plain water. Researcher Carrie Ruxton said: 'If you fancy a cup of tea on a hot summer's day, have it. A cup of tea is going to give you the same hydration as a glass of water.' Rosy: Drinking four mugs of tea a day offers the same excellent hydration qualities as drinking plain water Dr Ruxton, a dietician, asked 21 men to drink mugs of tea over a 12-hour period, or a similar amount of plain, warm water. On another day, the tea-drinkers were given water and vice versa. Blood samples were taken and the men's urine was collected and tested. The men did not pass any more water when drinking tea - and may even have passed slightly less, a Nutrition Society conference in Edinburgh will hear today. There was also little difference in levels of sodium and other vital salts. Dr Ruxton said: 'It's a common misconception that drinking tea can increase the risk of dehydration because of the caffeine content. 'But this new study proves that there is absolutely no truth behind the theory. 'Drinking moderate amounts of tea - four mugs a day - offered the same excellent hydration qualities as plain water. 'In addition, urine volume was similar after tea or water, confirming that we do not urinate more after drinking tea. 'Not only is a mug of tea refreshing and delicious, it can be an important part of maintaining proper hydration.' Dr Catherine Hood, of the Tea Advisory Panel, which funded the research, said: 'Tea drinkers can be reassured that their favourite cuppa can count towards their fluid intake without the risk of dehydration.' Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/arti...#ixzz0r6gAMDFv __________________ LIFE ISN'T MEANT TO BE TAKEN SERIOUSLY Be yourself, no matter what anyone else thinks. Work to live - don't live to work...................... Age is purely a state of mind! Don't waste your time on jealousy. Success is a journey, NOT a destination. Life is a marathon, NOT a sprint! http://www.generationterrorists.com/...sunscreen.html

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mc_squared Banned Join Date: Apr 2003 Posts: 67,519 My Mood: Location: Wherever life takes me Gender: Country: Chat posts: 0 Thanks given: 0 Thanked 4 Times in 4 Posts	Quote: Originally Posted by Dargarius;4249287 Good to see the daily mail being on the cutting edge of reporting news Even though the study first came out in August 2006 (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/health/5281046.stm) I believe I may well have posted that at the time too. Anyway, it was worth repeating! __________________ LIFE ISN'T MEANT TO BE TAKEN SERIOUSLY Be yourself, no matter what anyone else thinks. Work to live - don't live to work...................... Age is purely a state of mind! Don't waste your time on jealousy. Success is a journey, NOT a destination. Life is a marathon, NOT a sprint! http://www.generationterrorists.com/...sunscreen.html

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mc_squared Banned Join Date: Apr 2003 Posts: 67,519 My Mood: Location: Wherever life takes me Gender: Country: Chat posts: 0 Thanks given: 0 Thanked 4 Times in 4 Posts	Quote: Originally Posted by busybeeburns;4249317 bit weak and lifeless for me, but tifosi loves it Teafosi? __________________ LIFE ISN'T MEANT TO BE TAKEN SERIOUSLY Be yourself, no matter what anyone else thinks. Work to live - don't live to work...................... Age is purely a state of mind! Don't waste your time on jealousy. Success is a journey, NOT a destination. Life is a marathon, NOT a sprint! http://www.generationterrorists.com/...sunscreen.html