A new study in the Journal of Applied Physiology links hydration to stress response. Researchers found adults who drank fewer fluids had higher cortisol levels when tested under stressful conditions. The findings suggest that staying hydrated may help blunt stress reactions. Carrying a water bottle could be a simple step toward better stress management.

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