As consumers abandon sugary beverages, coconut water’s rise from a $7 billion niche market to a projected $20 billion industry reflects a major shift in how people think about hydration. Coconut

You see them crowding checkout counters at grocery stores — a rainbow of bubble-gum pink, lime green and blueberry packets, slender and upright, like a multicolored chorus line of dancers tempting an impulse purchase. At the gym, they’re dissolved into ...

Doctors say mild dehydration can sometimes mimic hunger, fatigue and even difficulty concentrating throughout the day.

Caroline Cohen, Ph.D., RD, a dietitian and assistant professor in the University of Alabama at Birmingham Department of Family and Community Medicine, says hydration and electrolyte status are key considerations for physical activity. The importance of ...

Compact yet comfortable, the best hydration packs feature a built-in supply of fluids to quench your thirst during all your outdoor adventures, whether you're running, mountain biking, hiking or even dancing at a festival. And while they usually offer less ...

Hydrating ingredients in skin care products attract water to the outermost layer of the skin, while moisturizing ingredients lubricate the skin to prevent water from escaping. Hydration and moisture are two distinct skin care needs. Many products marketed ...

As functional health grips the world of food, numerous trends have ballooned in prominence, with markets growing up around them. Rapid hydration is one of these. The popularity of hydration-boosting products such as electrolyte drinks has expanded, with ...