Every health and fitness fanatic knows how important it is to stay hydrated before and after every great workout.
Even if you’re not hitting the gym every day, most health experts agree that you should be drinking about eight glasses of water before you go to bed.
If you’re constantly thirsty, then this is probably pretty easy for you! But, there are plenty of people out there who really do just forget to drink water all the time.
No matter how thirsty you feel, it’s important to remember that chugging a bottle or two after your evening workout just isn’t going to cut it.
Water is vital if you want to stay fit and healthy, but who says you always have to drink it?
Not only can you eat your daily water intake, but you can also kill two birds with one stone by getting it from fruits and vegetables that are rich in other nutrients you also need in your diet.
Here are 7 of the best fruits and veggies to eat if you want to get more water in your diet:
- Spinach: Not only is this leafy green made up of 96% water, but it’s also packed with tons of other important nutrients—like potassium, vitamin K, vitamin A, vitamin E, vitamin C, iron, fiber, calcium, and choline.
- Grapefruit: With 91% water, eating a grapefruit is one of the most nutritious ways to start your morning. Aside from being rich in vitamin C, this diet-friendly fruit may also help boost your metabolism.
- Watermelon: There’s a reason watermelon is such a refreshing summer snack—it’s made up of 92% water! Like grapefruit, it’s also rich in vitamin C, which can absolutely come in handy if you’re fighting a cold. Watermelon is also an excellent source of pantothenic acid, copper, biotin, potassium, vitamin A, and magnesium.
- Celery: Believe it or not, this diet favorite is made of 96% water. Crunchy celery is also a powerful source of vitamin C and flavonoids, as well as filling fiber.
- Red Tomato: Juicy red tomatoes are about 92% water—perfect for any summer salad! Aside from containing plenty of hydration, tomatoes are also a great source of vitamin C, vitamin K, potassium, vitamin A, fiber, and folate.
- Cantaloupe: High in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory phytonutrients, cantaloupe is also made of roughly 90% water!
- Green Cabbage: Being just 20 calories per half cup cooked, green cabbage is a favorite for most dieters. But, it may surprise you to learn that this cruciferous vegetable is also made of 93% water!
How do you make sure to stay hydrated throughout the day? Tell us in the comments!
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