5 Ways to Power Your Hydration

 

BOTTLED FRUITS

You can double the power of hydration by infusing your water with fresh fruits and vegetables. Not only do they provide more flavor, they can also help alleviate day-to-day health issues.

MELONS

Watermelon, cantaloupe and honeydew are packed with potassium TY and some magnesium. After finishing your drink, take the leftover melons and sprinkle a little salt on them before eating. This helps retain their water content (melons are 90% water), and “even intensify the taste.In addition to melons, “cucumbers help by giving you lots of potassium and a little magnesium, too,” says Ayoob. Or, add celery to your water. It’s one of the few veggies with potassium and sodium — and it will not change the flavor too much, if you are craving plain water.





BERRIES

Infusing your water with berries adds natural fiber that can help keep you regular, and clean out bacteria and other intestinal buildup — and as an added benefit, it may lower your risk for colon cancer. “I love adding blackberries and strawberries to water for a sweeter take and a fiber-filled treat once I finish my glass,” says Chelsey Amer, MS, RDN, and creator of CitNutrionally.com, a healthy living blog. For a unique twist, Amer recommends adding kiwi to water for a dose of fiber.

Be sure to drink this infused water after you run,not during,to keep gastrointestinal issues at bay during your workout.

APPLES

For muscles to work effectively, you need iron, which helps red blood cells carry oxygen. An hour of working out can deplete 5.7% of your iron levels. Losing too much of the mineral can cause iron-deficiency anemia, which kills your energy levels. To combat this, add sliced apples to your water. Apples are packed with iron and are available  in many varieties.

LEMON

 MS, R                     Clients are encouraged to add lemon or lime to water. “The little boost of vitamin C is great to support healthy immune system function. Plus it’s a gentle diuretic that eases bloating and adds a pleasant flavour.