Beverage Tracking
How this feature helps your hydration
Hydration is not just about water. Vari tracks all your beverages and calculates their actual hydration contribution. Coffee, tea, juice, milk, smoothies, and sports drinks all count toward your hydration, and Vari shows you exactly how much.
Key Benefits
Hydration Efficiency Ratings
Each beverage type has a hydration coefficient showing its actual hydration contribution.
Comprehensive Beverage Library
Pre-loaded with dozens of beverage types from water to specialty drinks.
Custom Beverages
Add your own beverages with custom hydration ratings and serving sizes.
Caffeine and Sugar Awareness
See caffeine and sugar content alongside hydration data for informed choices.
Feature Details
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Water | 100% hydration efficiency |
| Herbal Tea | 95-100% hydration efficiency |
| Coffee | 80-85% hydration efficiency |
| Juice | 85-90% hydration efficiency |
| Sports Drinks | 90-95% hydration efficiency |
| Soft Drinks | 70-80% hydration efficiency |
Getting the Most from This Feature
- Log all beverages, not just water, for accurate hydration tracking
- Create custom entries for your regular coffee shop orders
- Check hydration efficiency to make better beverage choices
- Track your caffeine intake through the beverage log
- Review your beverage mix in weekly reports to optimize hydration sources
Medical Disclaimer: Features and availability may vary by platform and subscription plan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does coffee count toward hydration?
Yes. Despite popular myths, coffee contributes to hydration at about 80-85% efficiency. Vari tracks this accurately so your daily total reflects real hydration.
What beverages can I track?
Vari includes water, sparkling water, coffee, tea, juice, milk, smoothies, sports drinks, soft drinks, energy drinks, and more. You can also create custom beverages.
How are hydration efficiency ratings calculated?
Ratings are based on scientific research on beverage hydration indices, accounting for caffeine, alcohol, sugar, and electrolyte content.
Does alcohol count toward hydration?
Alcohol has negative hydration effects. Vari tracks alcohol intake and deducts from your hydration total based on alcohol content.
Can I create my own beverages?
Yes. Add custom beverages with your own hydration rating, default serving size, and name for quick future logging.
Does Vari track caffeine?
Yes. When you log caffeinated beverages, Vari tracks your daily caffeine intake alongside hydration data.
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