Staying hydrated is crucial for overall health, and drinking water is one ofif notthebest ways to do that.

Does a cup of coffee count as a glass of water?

That said, drinking multiple cups of coffee or tea without also drinking watercouldend in dehydration.

Abby Moore

Other signs of dehydration includedark yellow urineand not feeling an urge topee often enough.

Summary: One cup of coffee would count as about half a glass of water.

Does a cup of tea count as a glass of water?

Molly Knudsen, M.S., RDN

Summary: One cup of tea would count as about three-quarters of a cup of water.

What about flavored coffees and teas?

Different types of coffee and teas will have different effects on hydration levels.

The bottom line.

Overall,coffee and tea don’t necessarily counteract hydration4as many once believed they would, Gandhi says.

“Your body will absorb the liquid you consume via teas and coffee as hydration,” she adds.

Eating hydrating or electrolyte-rich foods can also count toward and benefit overall hydration levels.