During colder months, many people reach for hot drinks instead of cold water. A common question comes up: Do hot drinks count toward hydration?
The simple answer is yes — most warm drinks still contribute to hydration.
Water is water, whether it’s cold or warm. Herbal teas, warm water, and broths all support hydration. Even coffee and caffeinated teas still provide fluid, though they may require small adjustments.
Rather than labeling drinks as “good” or “bad,” it’s more helpful to think in terms of balance. If hot drinks help you drink more fluids overall, they’re doing their job.
This simple formula approach keeps things flexible. Hydration doesn’t need strict rules — it needs consistency and awareness.
Yum’s Note
Warm drinks still count. Comfort and hydration can coexist.
— Yum 💛