Tips to keep kids hydrated during summers

By hindustantimes.com | Edited by Chayanika Das

Updated On Mar 28, 2023 02:21 pm IST

Here are eight tips to encourage your kids to stay hydrated during the summers.

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Keeping kids hydrated during summer can be a challenge as children tend to be more active and may not realise that they are getting dehydrated. Here are some tips to help keep kids hydrated: (Unsplash)

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Keeping kids hydrated during summer can be a challenge as children tend to be more active and may not realise that they are getting dehydrated. Here are some tips to help keep kids hydrated: (Unsplash)

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Use frozen treats: Freeze water or fruit juice in ice cube trays or popsicle moulds to create a refreshing treat that will also hydrate your child. (Unsplash)

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Use frozen treats: Freeze water or fruit juice in ice cube trays or popsicle moulds to create a refreshing treat that will also hydrate your child. (Unsplash)

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Avoid sugary drinks: Sugary drinks can actually dehydrate your child and make them feel thirstier. Avoid soda, sports drinks, and juice with added sugar. (Unsplash)

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Avoid sugary drinks: Sugary drinks can actually dehydrate your child and make them feel thirstier. Avoid soda, sports drinks, and juice with added sugar. (Unsplash)

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Offer healthy snacks: Fruits and vegetables contain a lot of water, which can help keep your child hydrated. Offer fruits and veggies like watermelon, strawberries, oranges, cucumbers, and celery. (Unsplash)

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Offer healthy snacks: Fruits and vegetables contain a lot of water, which can help keep your child hydrated. Offer fruits and veggies like watermelon, strawberries, oranges, cucumbers, and celery. (Unsplash)

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Encourage frequent water breaks: Make sure your child drinks water at regular intervals, preferably every 15-20 minutes. Set a timer or remind them to drink water frequently. (Unsplash)

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Encourage frequent water breaks: Make sure your child drinks water at regular intervals, preferably every 15-20 minutes. Set a timer or remind them to drink water frequently. (Unsplash)

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Set a good example: Lead by example and make sure you're drinking enough water too. Kids are more likely to follow suit if they see their parents drinking water regularly.(Unsplash)

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Set a good example: Lead by example and make sure you're drinking enough water too. Kids are more likely to follow suit if they see their parents drinking water regularly.(Unsplash)

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Make water more interesting: Infuse water with fruits like lemon, cucumber or berries to give it a more exciting flavour. Kids are more likely to drink water that tastes good to them.(Unsplash)

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Make water more interesting: Infuse water with fruits like lemon, cucumber or berries to give it a more exciting flavour. Kids are more likely to drink water that tastes good to them.(Unsplash)

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Monitor their urine colour: Check your child's urine colour regularly. If it's dark yellow or amber, it's a sign they're not getting enough fluids and need to drink more water. (Unsplash)

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Monitor their urine colour: Check your child's urine colour regularly. If it's dark yellow or amber, it's a sign they're not getting enough fluids and need to drink more water. (Unsplash)

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