We always recommend that patients drink water to stay hydrated and healthy. An IV shouldn’t replace your water-drinking habit; it should simply be another tool you use to improve your health! That said, IVs do have a few benefits that make them more efficient than water. Firstly, they contain other ingredients that will improve your health. These include vitamins, minerals, and electrolytes, which your body needs to perform at its best. Your IV hydration therapy will replenish those nutrients in your system and help ensure that you are the healthiest you can be. Additionally, IV therapy floods your cells with fluids and nutrients. This leads to a faster response than simply drinking water because the fluids don’t have to pass through your digestive system. IVs can help you rehydrate instantly when you really need it — but you still should have a glass of water when you’re done.