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You may have heard the old idiom, “if you’re thirsty, then you’re already dehydrated.” But the signs of dehydration range more widely than thirst. If you're dizzy, lightheaded, tired, or urinating very little, or it's dark yellow – you're probably dehydrated. Exercising outside, spending too much time in the sun, and having a poor diet are all factors that increase your potential of becoming dehydrated.
Ideally, you should start hydrating before noticing the signs and symptoms of dehydration. Keep reading for seven refreshing ways to hydrate on hot summer days.
7 Refreshing Ways to Hydrate
1. Eat Plenty of Fruit
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Fruit also contains gel water, a form of water represented by the formula H3O2. This is because the electrolytes in fruits (and vegetables) release an electrical charge for deeper hydration. They also contain plenty of fiber which helps the body absorb gel water.
Next time you head to the beach or on a picnic, pack a homemade fruit salad full of all your favorite hydrating fruits for a tasty way to stay hydrated!
2. Make Green Juices
3. Eat Oatmeal for Breakfast
Without water, your digestive system slows down and may stop altogether, resulting in constipation, bloating, and discomfort. The water and high fiber content of oats aid digestion by regulating the water content in your stool, keeping everything smooth and painless.
4. Add Citrus to Water
Lemon water improves plain water's flavor, making drinking eight glasses of water per day easier and more enjoyable.
In addition to helping you hydrate, citrus in your water provides the body with a healthy dose of water-soluble vitamin C. This essential vitamin has antioxidant properties to protect cells from harmful free radicals and aids in other bodily functions.
5. Zucchini Noodles
Zucchini has a high gel water content to help you hydrate, alongside other essential vitamins and minerals. It can be made into noodles or baked into pastries in the place of starches or grains. Switching from grains to vegetables is also a great way to cut calories if you're trying to lose weight. Some studies also show that vitamin B6 abundant in zucchini may help regulate blood glucose.
6. Drink Broth or Soup
In particular, bone broth is a popular health food trend. Chicken bone broth is thought to have anti-inflammatory effects on the body that can ease the symptoms of common diseases like arthritis and diabetes.
Chilled soups are typically made from blended raw vegetables. They're high in fiber, low in calories, and hydrate you as they make you feel full. If you do not like chilled soups, some people believe that eating hot soups in the summer may help cool you down. Either way, soup is an easy way to stay hydrated.
7. Iced Coffee and Tea
Iced green tea is another refreshing option for keeping cool in the summer. Green tea is a well-recognized superfood because of its many health benefits, from helping people lose weight to improving heart health.
Like soup, you can drink coffee hot or cold in the summertime and still get the same hydration benefits. However, iced coffee or tea might be better when you feel overheated on scorching days.
Remember to Drink Water
Also, remember to take care of yourself so you can enjoy the warm weather this summer! If you’re dealing with chronic pain, remember to apply your Kailo Pain Patch near the site of pain to get back to your day. Kailo is theorized to work by interfering with your body’s electrical system, and a recent clinical study showed that 98% of patients find Kailo “easy to apply” and “convenient.”
Disclaimer: Kailo should not be used if you have a pacemaker or if you are pregnant. Always consult your doctor or health care professional before using Kailo.
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