Summer heat is on full swing. Taking high water content foods in summer will keep you refreshing and hydrating. If you are feeling dizzy, sluggish or achey during summer, try to take some proper measures to stay hydrated. Not just water, our regular solid food also contributes water content to your body. Here are few water-rich foods items that must be consumed in Summer season to stay hydrated.
1. Green Peppers: These are commonly called as capsicum in India. Bell peppers of all shades have a high water content which constitutes about 92%. And contrary to popular belief, green peppers contain just as many antioxidants as their slightly sweeter siblings. This food is low in Saturated Fat, and very low in Cholesterol and Sodium.
2. Cucumber: Cucumbers are one of summer’s favorite water-packed veggies with 96% of water content. It can be eaten raw or cooked. This food is low in Saturated Fat, and very low in Cholesterol and Sodium. It is also a good source of Vitamin A, Pantothenic Acid, Magnesium, phosphorus and Manganese, and a very good source of Vitamin C, Vitamin K and Potassium. It acts as diuretic and helps to clean out your system.
3. Lettuce: lettuce is one of the best vegetable to be consumed in summer season. It has 95% water content in it. It also has good nutritional value with good amount of protein, omega 3 fatty acids, high fibre, iron and calcium. It holds less calories and zero fat content.
4. Raw Broccoli: Broccoli contains 89% of water content. It is good hydrating agent that must be consumed in summer season. It is also is a great source of calcium, Vitamin C, Vitamin A and, of course, water. Also its anti-inflammatory properties can enable you to fight summer allergies.
5. Low-Fat Yogurt: Yogurt is one of the best choices to have in summers as it helps to prevent dehydration. It has 85% water content and is full of live micro-organisms called pro-biotic, which provides a lot of health benefits and fights summer allergies. It is a great source of protein, vitamin B and calcium.
By Lizitha
