In a remarkable shift from conventional knowledge, a recent study reveals groundbreaking insights into the behavior of water ...

Here’s what you can do to get back on track after an especially salty dinner or late-night snack.

If higher sodium levels is a concern, you can try drinking bottled water or using your home’s soft water for laundry, dishwashing, and bathing. You’ve probably heard the terms “hard water” and “soft ...

Water weight, also called edema, is the buildup of excess water or fluid in the body. Reducing salt intake, staying hydrated, and exercising can reduce water retention. This article outlines simple, ...

Much scientific effort goes into shoring up both our energy and water supplies for the future, but what if both problems could be addressed by the same technology? Researchers at the University of ...

For women who have heard that drinking plenty of water can help prevent or treat a urinary tract infection, you may want to put down that extra glass: A woman in England ended up in the hospital after ...

Many of us gained our first appreciation for chemistry upon witnessing a high school teacher drop a chunk of sodium into a beakerful of water. You may think you know the explanation behind the ...

Electrolyte waters are enhanced with charged minerals. Among other benefits, electrolytes may help improve physical performance during exercise or help rehydrate people when they’re sick. Whether you ...

Drinking water is crucial. But it's possible to drink too much water and become overhydrated. Overhydration can lead to falling electrolyte levels, which can cause headaches and muscle weakness. If ...

After a recent snowfall, the use of road salt has resumed, following last year's report suggesting Calgary's reliance on ...