23 Of The Most Hydrating Foods

by Bembu
 
We’ve all heard the saying before: You should drink 8 glasses of water a day. Some doctors even recommend more than that depending on your lifestyle, body size, and general health. In fact, The Institute of Medicine recommends women drink 9 cups (2.2 liters) of water daily. For men, they recommend drinking 13 cups (3 liters) a day. Now let me ask you a very simple question: Do you ever actually drink that much water? Don’t lie. A lot of people struggle with this (myself included).

I have a juicy secret to tell you, though. Staying hydrated isn’t as hard as it sounds. According to the Institute of Medicine, about 80 percent of the water you consume comes from beverages, while the remaining 20 percent actually comes from food. That’s right … along with drinking water, you can also boost your H2O consumption from the foods you eat. A lot of fresh fruits and vegetables have an extremely high water content, which helps keep the body hydrated. There’s actually an added bonus to consuming hydrating foods since many are also rich in antioxidants, vitamins, electrolytes, and fiber that are great for health.

1) Cucumber

Water Content: 96%

This popular summer vegetable has the highest water content of any solid food, meaning it can help keep you hydrated when you’re doing outdoor activities under the strong sunshine. After taking a look at a cucumber’s nutritional value, though, you’ll definitely want to add them to your diet year-round. Cucumbers are loaded with vitamin C, K, and B. They also contain minerals such as copper, potassium, and manganese. For this reason, cucumbers can also help you to avoid nutrient deficiencies.
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