Does drinking tea help patients stay hydrated?
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Does drinking tea help patients stay hydrated?

Victoria Briggs Health journalist

Tea is Britain’s favourite hot drink, but there is some confusion over whether it helps prevent dehydration

The British drink approximately 100 million cups of tea every day, according to the UK Tea and Infusions Association.

Primary Health Care. 33, 1, 12-13. doi: 10.7748/phc.33.1.12.s4

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