But that means misinformation about it is everywhere too.
The logic seems sound; the more you pee, the more water your body is losing, right?
Coffee is mostly water by a longshot, and that water definitely counts towardyour daily fluid intake.
Basically, the water going out is being replaced with the water going in.
The diuretic effect of caffeine is slight, and its something you build tolerance to quickly.
So, what can you actually do to sober up?
Postumscryptic slogan of Theres a reasoncertainly didnt help.
There have been studies, however, that correlate caffeine intake with reduced bone mass and lower calcium absorption.
That said, caffeine is a stimulant, and kids as well as adults should consume it in moderation.
according to theNational Coffee Association), that cup of joe actually packs way more of a jolt.
AsCoffee Chemistry explains, 8 oz.
espresso shot has somewhere between 30-50 mg (an average of 40 mg).
So a serving of coffee has 2.3x as much caffeine as a serving of espresso, on average.
But youd probably never order a single, 8 oz.
espresso, so its a moot point.
Illustration by Angelica Alzona.
Photos bywaferboard,Mike Kniec,Pen Waggener.
