Is Coffee Dehydrating? Here Is What Science Says

This myth refuses to disappear. Let’s look at what the research actually shows.

The Truth

Coffee contains caffeine, which has mild diuretic effects. However, coffee also contains water. For regular coffee drinkers, normal consumption does not appear to cause dehydration according to current research.

Final Thought

Your morning coffee counts toward hydration. Drink water too, of course — but don’t feel guilty about your daily cup.