Beer better than water after exercise

Which is ironic, since most of us have to exercise because of the beer.

The story:

Researchers at Granada University in Spain have come across a discovery that will undoubtedly please athletes and sports enthusiasts – a pint of beer post-workout or match is better at rehydrating the human body than water.

…Garzon said that the rehydration effection in those who were given beer was “slightly better” than those who were given only water. He also believes that the carbon dioxide in beer helps quench thirst more quickly, and that beer’s carbohydrates replace calories lost during physical exertion.

…Based on the results of the study, researchers recommend moderate consumption of beer as a part of athletes’ diets. “Moderate consumption” for men is 500ml per day, and for women is 250ml per day.

500 ml is a little less than one 12-ounce bottle of beer. One man’s moderation is another man’s full glass, as I always say.

Hat tip Sean Hackbarth, and I can’t believe I missed this when he posted it.