5 hydrating foods you must add to your diet

Published on Jun 11, 2022 07:44 PM IST
  • Staying hydrated is important in every season, more so in sweltering summer when you lose a lot of water through sweating. In order to compensate for the water loss, one must add a lot of hydrating foods to their diet to prevent dehydration. Here are five water-rich fruits and vegetables suggested by nutritionist Lovneet Batra you must consider including in your diet.
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"When temperatures rise, staying hydrated can be especially challenging. Taking in enough water is one of the smartest things you can do for your day-to-day comfort and overall good health. There are many healthy foods that can contribute a large amount of water to your diet," says nutritionist Lovneet Batra.(Pixabay) View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Jun 11, 2022 07:44 PM IST

"When temperatures rise, staying hydrated can be especially challenging. Taking in enough water is one of the smartest things you can do for your day-to-day comfort and overall good health. There are many healthy foods that can contribute a large amount of water to your diet," says nutritionist Lovneet Batra.(Pixabay)

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Watermelon: At 92 per cent water, this sweet summer treat is a great source of hydration. Nutritionally watermelon is no slouch, either. It brings a nice dose of vitamins A, B6 and C, plus lycopene and antioxidants to the table.(Pixabay) View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Jun 11, 2022 07:44 PM IST

Watermelon: At 92 per cent water, this sweet summer treat is a great source of hydration. Nutritionally watermelon is no slouch, either. It brings a nice dose of vitamins A, B6 and C, plus lycopene and antioxidants to the table.(Pixabay)

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Cucumber: Cucumber is another healthy and hydrating food to include in your diet with 95% water content. They are made up almost entirely of water and also provide a small amount of some nutrients, such as vitamin K, potassium and magnesium(Shutterstock) View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Jun 11, 2022 07:44 PM IST

Cucumber: Cucumber is another healthy and hydrating food to include in your diet with 95% water content. They are made up almost entirely of water and also provide a small amount of some nutrients, such as vitamin K, potassium and magnesium(Shutterstock)

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Papaya: Papaya can be a boon in summers. Being a good source of vitamin A and papain, this fruit nourishes the skin and keeps it hydrated with its low sodium quality and high-water content. The enzymes in papaya can assist in treating dry and flaky skin and hydrate it well.(Pixabay) View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Jun 11, 2022 07:44 PM IST

Papaya: Papaya can be a boon in summers. Being a good source of vitamin A and papain, this fruit nourishes the skin and keeps it hydrated with its low sodium quality and high-water content. The enzymes in papaya can assist in treating dry and flaky skin and hydrate it well.(Pixabay)

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Onion: Onions are quite popular during the hot season as they have cooling properties. It contains volatile oil that helps in balancing the body's temperature.(Pixabay) View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Jun 11, 2022 07:44 PM IST

Onion: Onions are quite popular during the hot season as they have cooling properties. It contains volatile oil that helps in balancing the body's temperature.(Pixabay)

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Muskmelon: It’s no surprise that muskmelons are made up of around 91% water. Muskmelon is rich in vitamins B6, E, and K as well as calcium and magnesium. This makes it great to control blood pressure and strengthen the immune system.(Pixabay) View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Jun 11, 2022 07:44 PM IST

Muskmelon: It’s no surprise that muskmelons are made up of around 91% water. Muskmelon is rich in vitamins B6, E, and K as well as calcium and magnesium. This makes it great to control blood pressure and strengthen the immune system.(Pixabay)

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