An active adult human needs roughly 2 litres of water to stay hydrated and for the body to perform at its best. Staying under the sun for a long time is not only tiresome but also makes most of us feel extremely dehydrated. It is important to drink plenty of water especially in the summertime but you can also quench your thirst with these 7 hugely hydrating foods.
Dehydration can cause an imbalance of electrolytes in the body, so eating potassium-rich foods when you’re feeling parched should help stave off the symptoms.
Drinks for summer:-
1. Vegetable juices are better for hydration than fruit juice.
2. A glass of good old nimbu paani is one of the most hydrating drinks.
3. Coconut water is, undoubtedly, the best hydrating drink.
We have always been told to drink at least 8 glasses of water but, this isn’t always possible, right? So, you need to increase the intake of foods that are high in water content. This way, you will never feel low on energy and parched. So, without further ado, here are 8 foods you can consume to stay refreshed and hydrated.
Watermelon: It is called watermelon for a reason. A 154-gram serving contains over a half cup 118 ml of water, besides fibre and several important nutrients, including vitamin C, vitamin A and magnesium.
Cucumber: Not only are cucumbers made up almost entirely of water but they are also very low on calories. A 52-gram serving has just 8 calories. These water-rich vegetables also provide small amounts of nutrients, such as vitamin K, potassium and magnesium.
Tomatoes: The high amount of water in tomatoes means they have a low-calorie content, with a 149-gram serving having only 32 calories. Tomatoes are also rich in fibre and antioxidants, including lycopene, which has been studied for its potential to lower the risk of heart disease.
Plain Yoghurt: Ditch the flavoured yoghurt for a good ol’ cup of plain yoghurt. A 245-gram serving of plain yoghurt is made up of more than 75% water and provides several vitamins and minerals, such as calcium, phosphorus and potassium, known to help promote bone health
Strawberries: Strawberries contain 91% water and provide lots of fibre, disease-fighting antioxidants and vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C, folate and manganese. Regular intake of strawberries has been shown to reduce inflammation, which can help protect against heart disease, diabetes, Alzheimer’s and various types of cancer.
Oranges: Besides their zingy taste, oranges will also provide you potassium, a much-needed nutrient we lose through sweat because of the summer heat, and hence save you from muscle cramps. Oranges are also nearly 90 per cent water, so grab one whenever you feel dehydrated during the sweaty summer days.
Bananas: Like Oranges, bananas too are potassium-rich and will help you stay hydrated. They are also useful to control acidity and a great source of roughage.
