We all know that water is by far the best liquid to keep you hydrated and refreshed. But what about other types of drink, especially the nation’s favourite drink, tea? The UK drinks around 100 million cups of tea and around 70 million cups of coffee every day, but does tea and coffee count as essential daily water intake?We’re all made of waterOur bodies are around 60% water anyway, so keeping hydrated with water is essential to, basically, staying alive. But our brains are made up of around 75% water as well, so it’s a pretty good idea to keep that one well-watered and functioning too. The NHS Eat Well guide suggests drinking 6-8 glasses of fluid each day, which should work out roughly as 1.5 litres for women and 2 litres for men.But it’s the word ‘fluid’ that’s key here. With the best will in the world, it can get a bit boring just drinking water all day to stay refreshed and hydrated. So what are your alternatives? Other ‘fluids’ can include juices, smoothies, squashes, milk, and fi...
