Beer Said To Be Better After Workout Than Water

A Granada University study says having a glass of beer is a better than drinking water after a workout.

The study led by Professor Manuel Garzon, came to the conclusion after conducting tests on 25 students over several months.

In the study, participants were asked to run on a treadmill under stifling temperatures of 40C, until they were close to exhaustion.

Researchers then measured their hydration levels, concentration ability and motor skills.

Half of the participants were then given a pint of Spanish lager to drink, while the others were given water.

Both groups were then allowed to drink as much water as they wanted.

Garzon said the rehydration effect in the students who were given beer was better than among those given only water.

He thinks that the carbon dioxide in beer helped quench the thirst more quickly, while beer's carbohydrates replaced calories lost during physical exertion.

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