Medical Economics November 27, 2024
Todd Shryock

Study found multiple benefits for patients who stay hydrated

Drinking enough water has long been touted as a cornerstone of good health, but evidence supporting this claim has been limited. A study from researchers at UC San Francisco offers some of the most comprehensive insights yet into the benefits of staying hydrated.

The study, published in JAMA Network Open, analyzed 18 randomized controlled trials and found statistically significant benefits of water consumption in several key areas, including kidney stone prevention, weight loss, and managing conditions like migraines, urinary tract infections, and low blood pressure.

“For such a ubiquitous and simple intervention, the evidence hasn’t been clear, and the benefits were not well-established, so we wanted to take a closer look,”...

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