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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.

USDA, Food and Nutrition Service, Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion

Use these tips to choose beverages that contain healthy nutrients.

HHS, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Find information on making beverage choices that are lower in calories and added sugars.

HHS, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Learn how water helps the body function and what tips to try if you're not getting enough.

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

Learn about safety and concerns with energy drinks and shots.

HHS, Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion

Get tips for drinking more water and making other healthy beverage choices.

HHS, National Institutes of Health, National Institute of Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism

Use this calculator to discover how many calories are in the alcohol that you're drinking and how that amount can add up over time. Also try this Alcohol Cost Calculator.

HHS, National Institutes of Health, National Institute of Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism

Learn how the size of a standard drink differs across beverages.

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.

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Looking to add more flavor to water? Try these ideas for water infused with herbs, spices, fruits, and vegetables.

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Check out this handout for information on when you might need more water than usual and how to know if you're drinking enough.

PennState Extension

How do you know if you're getting enough fluids? Find out what signs to look for, and get tips on increasing your water intake.

University of Georgia Extension

Find resources, recipes, and videos to help you stay hydrated with water.

University of Minnesota Extension

Get tips for choosing drinks that are lower in added sugars and calories.