Got a question about survival? Send it to Backpacker. I’ve always heard that hikers should “drink to their thirst,” but how long does it take for the body to absorb water into the system after ...

Water can be absorbed within minutes of ingestion. Your kidneys are always active, so any water your body doesn’t need will come out via urine or sweat. This happens much faster than it takes solid ...

Storms over the Southern Ocean help the ocean absorb more heat. Climate models may miss this, which affects future climate ...

Contrary to common belief, the greenhouse effect may have more to do with water in our atmosphere than gases such as carbon dioxide Extreme variations in local weather and the seasons make it easy for ...

A dietitian explains how soaking chia seeds affects digestion, absorption, hydration, and comfort, helping you choose the ...