Hydration Helpers

TIRED OF CONSUMING JUST WATER TO STAY HYDRATED?  

HERE ARE OTHER WAYS TO REACH YOUR DAILY WATER INTAKE!

          You can reach your daily H20 intake by consuming liquids such as water, tea, juice, coffee, foods, etc. I am sure you know this, but something you don't know is that you can increase the percentage of water with healthy snacks such as the ones listed below. Even though these snacks are low in calories they can keep you full longer, because of the water content, as well as help you stay lean and hydrated. Another advantage of these snacks besides their high percentage of water is that they also have important antioxidants and minerals. It is important to remember though that these snacks don't replace water they just help you reach your daily water intake therefore with every meal you should still consume about 16 ounces of some sort of fluid!

HYDRATION HELPERS

*Percentages indicate water content by weight

1. Cucumbers 97%

2. Raw Radishes 95%

3. Celery 95%

4. Watermelon 91%

5. Raw Broccoli 89%

6. Peaches 89%

7. Yogurt 88%

8. Raw Carrots 88%

9. Plums 87%

10. Apples 86%

More information can be found in June 2012 Edition of Men's Health Magazine