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Water, Hydration, and Health

Learn what foods and beverages can help you stay hydrated, and get the facts on how much water to drink each day.

HHS, National Institutes of Health, National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health

Learn about safety and concerns with energy drinks and shots.

HHS, National Institutes of Health, National Library of Medicine, MedlinePlus

What is a standard drink? What is moderate drinking? Get information on safe alcohol intake in this article.

HHS, National Institutes of Health, National Library of Medicine, MedlinePlus

Learn what dehydration is, how it happens, and how it can be prevented by drinking enough water.