Avoid Dehydration in Summer with These 5 Foods

Next week, my husband and I are planning to go to the beach along with our kids. My kids are so excited, and so do I!

Though spending a few days on the beach could be fun, especially that we get the chance to spend most of the time together as a family, it is also the perfect time to get heat stroke and dehydration.

To avoid this from happening, it is important that we limit sun exposure and drink lots of liquid to stay hydrated. Aside from chugging on glasses of water, have these foods to avoid dehydration.

#1 Cucumber

Cucumber quenches thirst the same as a glass of water as it has 95% water content. It’s also a great source of vitamin C and fiber.

They are commonly tossed as added ingredients to the vegetable salad.

Be creative in incorporating cucumber to some of your favorite dishes. Try this creamy cucumber soup recipe for a refreshing and healthy choice:

• Over medium-high heat, cook onion and garlic for 1-4 minutes or until they become tender. Add lemon juice and stir for 1 minute. Add broth, cucumber slices, pepper, salt, and cayenne. Cook for about 6-8 minutes until the cucumbers are soft.
• Transfer the soup to a blender and add parsley and avocado. Using low speed, blend until the mixture is smooth. Transfer into a serving bowl and add in yogurt. Top of with few cucumber slices.

 

#2 Celery

If you’re looking for a healthy alternative to satisfy your thirst and hunger, celery is one of your perfect choices. Same with cucumber, it’s as thirst-quenching as a glass of water as it also contains 95% water.

You can eat as much celery as you can without feeling guilty as they are low in calorie. As an added bonus, they are a good source of folate, vitamin K, and potassium.

Make your own celery juice for a refreshingly tasty snack.

You will need:

• 1 Pear or apple
• 2 celery sticks
• 1/4 lemon or lime
• 1/4 inch ginger (optional)

Steps:

• Remove dirt by washing the apple and celery sticks
• Peel and cut the apple into slices while cut the celery into long pieces.
• Combine all ingredients (except lemon) in a juicer
• Pour the juice into a container and squeeze lime or lemon.

 

#3 Strawberries

Strawberries are not only great as dessert but they are also a perfect thirst-quencher alternative. It has 91% water content so be sure to feel refreshed after a few bites of this sweet fruit.

Aside from its thirst-quencher quality, strawberries also help improve your cognitive function as they are high in flavonoids. This is supported by a study where participants who ate more berries delayed their cognitive aging of up to 2.5 years.

Have a refreshing afternoon snack by making your own strawberry ice cream.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cup of fresh strawberries, pureed
• 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
• 1/2 cup half and half
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 egg

Steps:

• Mix all ingredients in a blender and puree
• Put the mixture in a refrigerator and chill for one hour or until it gets cold.
• Process using your ice cream machine.

 

#4 Watermelon

If you are looking for an affordable and highly available fruit to quench your thirst, watermelon is the answer to your quest. It contains 91% water which is a great thirst-quenching alternative instead of soda or flavored juices. They are also rich in lycopene which is good for your complexion and helps protect you from the damaging effect of the sun.

#5 Yogurt

 If you want to lose weight, you should add yogurt to your list. Not only they are great in helping you lose weight, they are also refreshing and healthy. Eating yogurt is one of the most popular home remedies for dehydration relief as it helps restore sodium and potassium.

Protect yourself from the scorching heat of the sun by staying hydrated. Have these super foods readily available for a refreshing summer.

What is your favorite snack on the beach? How do you keep your body hydrated? Share your tips with us!