Okay, let’s be real for a second: carbonation can make you feel a little bloated or gassy. It’s the nature of the beast—those bubbles have to go somewhere. If you chug a whole liter of seltzer in five minutes, expect to burp like a whale.
But that doesn’t mean the water isn’t hydrating you. It just means you might sound like a cartoon character for a few minutes. Worth it. Most people can handle a can or two without turning into a human helium balloon.
Listen to your belly. If your tummy protests, switch back to still water for a bit. Your gut is the final boss here.
Seltzer Water Unhealthy
The verdict: Does seltzer water count as water?
Drumroll, please… Yes. It counts. Full stop. Seltzer water is water that decided to put on a fancy hat and go to a party. It’s still water on the inside.
So next time someone gives you side-eye for saying you drink “eight glasses of water a day” when two of those glasses were fizzy, you can confidently tell them: “Science says it counts, Susan.”
The only caveat? Don’t replace all your water with seltzer if you have a sensitive stomach or dental concerns. But as part of a balanced hydration diet? Go crazy. Fizz on.
