Does Alcohol Dehydrate You? The Truth & 5 Tips
Alcohol is a diuretic, which means it increases urine production and can lead to dehydration if consumed without adequate water intake. This effect is primarily due to alcohol’s suppression of the hormone vasopressin, which normally helps the body retain water. For every standard drink (12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces …